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DG08 XFP

2008 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

117,074 mi
Last recorded117,074 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 XFP
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 117,074 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 12 May 2026 117,018 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 27 May 2025 114,555 miles

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

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill but main box section behind is solid (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill but main box section behind is solid (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 22 May 2025 114,554 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at the rear & centre (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at the rear and centre (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system due to corrosion (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill but main box section behind is solid (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill but main box section behind is solid (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 May 2024 112,643 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 100,869 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2022 100,831 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Nov 2021 91,029 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 26 Nov 2020 87,537 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2019 83,937 miles

Offside Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 77,227 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 72,762 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 68,141 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2016 68,141 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2015 61,732 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 55,550 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 51,431 miles

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

small cracks in both rear tyre treads

Pass 11 Mar 2013 38,219 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 26,403 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 21 Mar 2011 15,361 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 XFP is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XFP, 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 XFP registered?

DG08 XFP is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 20 March 2008.

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