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DU08 XXF

2008 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

37,245 mi
Last recorded37,245 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 XXF
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 37,245 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2025 36,577 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2024 36,018 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 35,543 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 34,775 miles

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2021 34,184 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2021 34,184 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))

Pass 15 Feb 2020 33,521 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 31,827 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 13 Feb 2018 29,745 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 14 Feb 2017 27,847 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2017 27,834 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear tyre has cut in the tread

Pass 17 Feb 2016 26,396 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 24,080 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 22,346 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 19,102 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 16,252 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 29 Feb 2012 16,252 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2011 12,113 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 XXF is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 XXF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DU08 XXF registered?

DU08 XXF is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 17 March 2008.

Is DU08 XXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU08 XXF shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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