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SM08 WDE

2008 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

123,988 mi
Last recorded123,988 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2018 123,988 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2018 123,981 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Aug 2017 110,526 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 96,224 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 83,371 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2015 83,339 miles

Nearside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 74,566 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 69,334 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2014 69,334 miles

Front Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 62,852 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 46,397 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 34,652 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 WDE is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SM08 WDE, 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 WDE registered?

SM08 WDE is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 23 June 2008.

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