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DG08 SDV

2008 Mazda 2

Blue Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

96,022 mi
Last recorded96,022 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 SDV
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2019 96,022 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2018 80,243 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 64,805 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 30 Jan 2017 64,805 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 Apr 2016 61,652 miles

Nearside Front tyre has cuts between tread, not deep enough to reach cord

engine covers fitted, not allowing full inspection of under bonnet components

Pass 13 May 2015 57,105 miles

emissions too low to get a reading

rear tyres perishing

Fail 8 May 2015 57,105 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

emissions too low to get a reading

oil leak

rear tyres perishing

Pass 16 May 2014 51,260 miles

Oil leak

side wall of nsr tyre badly cut side wall of osr tyre spliting

Pass 10 May 2013 44,515 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 39,688 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 38,656 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 32,651 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 SDV is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SDV, 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 SDV registered?

DG08 SDV is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is DG08 SDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG08 SDV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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