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CK08 XBJ

2008 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

98,388 mi
Last recorded98,388 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK08 XBJ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 98,388 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2025 92,761 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Jul 2025 92,742 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2024 87,809 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 19 Jun 2024 87,739 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 19 Jun 2023 83,604 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 8 Jun 2022 80,051 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 78,123 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2021 78,123 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 77,021 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 71,417 miles
Fail 16 May 2019 71,416 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 65,167 miles

Nearside number plate lamp cover is missing

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)

Fail 16 May 2018 65,167 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside number plate lamp cover is missing

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)

Pass 18 May 2017 57,582 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 49,156 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 39,943 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 May 2014 32,766 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 23,061 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 13,524 miles
Fail 17 May 2012 13,524 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 May 2011 3,217 miles

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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CK08 XBJ is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CK08 XBJ, 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 CK08 XBJ registered?

CK08 XBJ is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 14 May 2008.

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