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BN08 SSZ

2008 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

78,770 mi
Last recorded78,770 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2016
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 SSZ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2016 78,770 miles

rear heat shield loose

Fail 22 Apr 2016 78,770 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear heat shield loose

Pass 19 Feb 2015 70,546 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 63,860 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 56,821 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 43,696 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 33,831 miles

both rear tyres out of shape,nearside front damaged in tread

How Reliable is the Mazda 2?

Based on 1,902,862 MOT tests across 147,013 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
5,024
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
147,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,380
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 16,451
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BN08 SSZ is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 63,213 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 18,380 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BN08 SSZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 2 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Mazda 2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BN08 SSZ registered?

BN08 SSZ is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is BN08 SSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 SSZ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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