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DG08 EXB

2008 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

123,159 mi
Last recorded123,159 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 EXB
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2021 123,159 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 99,258 miles

General corrosion at prescribed area + suspension components

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

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

Pass 31 May 2019 84,254 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 May 2018 75,479 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 62,002 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 52,862 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2016 52,862 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 15 May 2015 46,884 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

slight play in osf trackrod end

Pass 15 May 2015 46,884 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

slight play in osf trackrod end

Pass 11 Jun 2014 40,397 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 18 Jun 2013 34,643 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 28,987 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 19,608 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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DG08 EXB is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 DG08 EXB, 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 DG08 EXB registered?

DG08 EXB is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is DG08 EXB safe to buy?

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