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DS08 OGC

2008 Mazda 2

Grey Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

85,487 mi
Last recorded85,487 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2016
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS08 OGC
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2016 85,487 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2016 85,485 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint droplink (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2016 73,473 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2016 73,473 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 60,092 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 58,501 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 49,300 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jun 2013 48,724 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 38,726 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2012 38,726 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 21,747 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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DS08 OGC is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DS08 OGC, 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 DS08 OGC registered?

DS08 OGC is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 16 July 2008.

Is DS08 OGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS08 OGC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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