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DG08 XGC

2008 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

53,360 mi
Last recorded53,360 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2016
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 XGC
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2016 53,360 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 49,065 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 2 Jul 2014 43,908 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

advise front tyres inner edge wearing check tracking? also both rear tyres perishing on outer edges

Pass 2 Jul 2013 36,889 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2013 36,889 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2012 32,722 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 27,727 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 XGC is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XGC, 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 XGC registered?

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

Is DG08 XGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG08 XGC shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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