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DN57 MLV

2008 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

78,684 mi
Last recorded78,684 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN57 MLV
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 78,684 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2024 74,455 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 67,441 miles

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 60,708 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear subframe mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

n/s outer body sill repaired unable to access quality of repair

Pass 18 Nov 2021 56,862 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BOTH SIDES INNER SILLS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Nov 2021 56,862 miles

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

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BOTH SIDES INNER SILLS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 55,326 miles

Coil spring corroded BOTH REAR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal REAR MOUNTING POINT (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BOTH SIDES REAR (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 54,221 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH SIDES REAR (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Coil spring corroded BOTH REAR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 52,087 miles

Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES REAR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 50,159 miles

coil spring corroded BOTH REAR (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 47,764 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 45,085 miles

coil spring corroded BOTH REAR (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 42,100 miles

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 11 Jan 2014 38,671 miles

near side front door mirror outer cover damage

Pass 26 Jan 2013 34,895 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 30,503 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jan 2011 25,588 miles

offside mirror case damaged

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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DN57 MLV is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,349cc 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 DN57 MLV, 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 DN57 MLV registered?

DN57 MLV is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 31 January 2008.

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