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DU08 WCT

2008 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

51,214 mi
Last recorded51,214 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 WCT
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 51,214 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 50,080 miles

brake pedal spongy

Pass 14 Feb 2024 48,740 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 47,273 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 45,406 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2022 45,388 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jan 2021 43,869 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 42,719 miles

surface cracks in nearside rear tyre

Fail 28 Jan 2020 42,719 miles

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

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

surface cracks in nearside rear tyre

Pass 6 Feb 2019 40,986 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2018 39,475 miles

front brake pads worn low

Pass 24 Jan 2017 37,674 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 36,549 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 34,755 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 32,577 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 19 Feb 2013 30,423 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 28,864 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 27,110 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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DU08 WCT is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DU08 WCT, 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 DU08 WCT registered?

DU08 WCT is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is DU08 WCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU08 WCT shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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