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DA08 SFX

2008 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

59,549 mi
Last recorded59,549 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA08 SFX
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 59,549 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both Tyres (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 2 Dec 2025 59,546 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both Tyres (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2024 55,629 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2024 55,629 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 50,994 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 50,397 miles

Both rear tyres poor condition

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Mar 2023 50,397 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Both rear tyres poor condition

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 49,449 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 47,182 miles

Headlight lens deteriorated

Nearside Rear Tyre cracking

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 45,084 miles

Central Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2019 40,551 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 16 Mar 2019 43,542 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working both sides (3.5 (a))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2018 42,921 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2017 41,839 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2017 41,838 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

clutch close to total failure

Pass 17 Mar 2016 40,095 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2016 40,095 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2015 37,934 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 33,991 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 29,801 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 29,801 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2012 25,057 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 19,541 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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DA08 SFX is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 DA08 SFX, 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 DA08 SFX registered?

DA08 SFX is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 18 July 2008.

Is DA08 SFX safe to buy?

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