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DG08 EXX

2008 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1348cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2025
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

137,481 mi
Last recorded137,481 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 EXX
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,348cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2024 137,481 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2024 137,481 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2023 125,871 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2023 125,871 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Aug 2022 115,810 miles

Nearside Front Tyre is wearing thin on inner edge

Offside Front Tyres is wearing thin on inner edge

Fail 2 Aug 2022 115,810 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre is wearing thin on inner edge

Offside Front Tyres is wearing thin on inner edge

Pass 24 Jul 2021 112,826 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 110,099 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2020 110,099 miles

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 103,242 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2019 103,242 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 18 Aug 2018 83,124 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Rear Wiper worn

Fail 18 Aug 2018 83,124 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wiper worn

Pass 30 Aug 2017 64,472 miles

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

both rear tyres cracking

Fail 30 Aug 2017 64,472 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 2 Jun 2016 54,730 miles

both front tyres worn to 2mm [185/55/15v]

exhaust centre section cracked + blowing slightly

Pass 18 May 2015 44,911 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 May 2014 39,300 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 35,786 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 35,783 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 18 May 2012 32,330 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 22,029 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 EXX is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 DG08 EXX, 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 EXX registered?

DG08 EXX is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is DG08 EXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG08 EXX shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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