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DG08 NKR

2008 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1348cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

112,418 mi
Last recorded112,418 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 NKR
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,348cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2021 112,418 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 19 Feb 2021 112,412 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Jan 2020 105,267 miles

differant size front to rear

Pass 12 Feb 2019 94,142 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 73,995 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2017 62,258 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 54,918 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 46,978 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 14 Feb 2015 46,978 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Feb 2014 39,184 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2014 39,184 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2013 27,987 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2013 27,987 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2012 21,372 miles

front tyre outer edges worn

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 NKR is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 NKR, 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 NKR registered?

DG08 NKR is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is DG08 NKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG08 NKR shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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