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CX08 VGY

2008 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1348cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

76,232 mi
Last recorded76,232 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX08 VGY
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,348cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 76,232 miles

Rear fuel pipe corroded

exhaust shield loose

Pass 13 May 2025 74,149 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2024 61,761 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2024 61,761 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 58,022 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

rear axle beam corroded

Pass 28 Sep 2022 54,336 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 51,757 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 49,602 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 45,118 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 44,299 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 42,738 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 40,940 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 38,865 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 37,044 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 35,257 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 33,570 miles

n/s/r tyre perished

o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 4 Apr 2012 31,784 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 29,707 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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CX08 VGY is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 CX08 VGY, 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 CX08 VGY registered?

CX08 VGY is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is CX08 VGY safe to buy?

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