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DG08 NLD

2008 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1348cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

158,987 mi
Last recorded158,987 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 158,987 miles

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 3 Jan 2025 142,567 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both OS/NS (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Jan 2025 142,565 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both OS/NS (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2023 116,256 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2023 100,270 miles

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (tie rod & track rod end ) (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Underbody Surface Corrosion

Pass 16 Dec 2021 92,830 miles

Steering and suspension components corroded

Pass 30 Nov 2020 88,717 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear

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

Pass 19 Dec 2019 85,254 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Dec 2018 78,574 miles

slight play in o/s steering arm

Pass 27 Dec 2017 69,521 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 59,478 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 48,141 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 38,917 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 34,414 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Mar 2013 27,559 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 21,345 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 15,396 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 NLD is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 NLD, 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 NLD registered?

DG08 NLD is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 29 March 2008.

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