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DG08 EXL

2008 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

75,368 mi
Last recorded75,368 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 EXL
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 75,368 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2025 75,368 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 72,937 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 70,198 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 66,450 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2022 66,450 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively x2 (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 62,082 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2020 61,615 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 59,428 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 53,485 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 46,941 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 42,511 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Fail 5 Nov 2016 42,511 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2015 37,196 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2014 29,667 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2014 29,667 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 20,487 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2013 20,485 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2013 16,207 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 11,889 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 8,628 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 EXL is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 EXL, 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 EXL registered?

DG08 EXL is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is DG08 EXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG08 EXL shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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