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SM08 HUP

2008 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

43,949 mi
Last recorded43,949 miles
Recorded on13 May 2015
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 HUP
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2015 43,949 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 43,949 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 15 May 2014 35,715 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 25,199 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 25,198 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2012 20,876 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 15,045 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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SM08 HUP is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SM08 HUP, 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 SM08 HUP registered?

SM08 HUP is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 6 June 2008.

Is SM08 HUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM08 HUP shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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