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DA08 VRZ

2008 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

38,256 mi
Last recorded38,256 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA08 VRZ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 38,256 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Jun 2026 38,256 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 35,638 miles

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

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe and suspension components (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe and suspension components (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 32,446 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2023 28,026 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 24,095 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 20,410 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 17,177 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 13,910 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 11,858 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2018 11,858 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2017 9,631 miles

under body covers fitted

Fail 17 Jul 2017 9,631 miles

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

under body covers fitted

Pass 12 Jul 2016 7,387 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2016 7,387 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 6,649 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 5,878 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 5,157 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 4,552 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 3,812 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 VRZ is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DA08 VRZ, 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 VRZ registered?

DA08 VRZ is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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