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CX08 VHC

2008 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

71,583 mi
Last recorded71,583 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX08 VHC
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 71,583 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 69,221 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 66,382 miles

Cills Cover Fitted

Cills Cover Fitted N/S and O/S

Pass 2 Mar 2023 64,340 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 4 Mar 2022 62,551 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 16 Feb 2021 61,114 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 20 Feb 2020 60,098 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 56,846 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 53,027 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2017 49,361 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 45,870 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 40,895 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 34,718 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 28,193 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 23,482 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 17,873 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 17,871 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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 VHC is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 VHC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CX08 VHC registered?

CX08 VHC is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is CX08 VHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX08 VHC shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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