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SM08 XAS

2008 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

42,123 mi
Last recorded42,123 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 XAS
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 42,123 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing 1855515 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Apr 2026 42,123 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick pad down to metal (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front disc worn/scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing 1855515 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2025 37,364 miles

Rear brake pipe ends slightly corroded both sides

Pass 28 Jun 2024 37,117 miles

all brake pipe ends slight corrosion

front sub frame and lower arms heavily corroded

rear axel; corroded

Fail 28 Jun 2024 37,111 miles

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

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

all brake pipe ends slight corrosion

front sub frame and lower arms heavily corroded

rear axel; corroded

Pass 27 Jun 2023 35,084 miles

Front sub frame surface corrosion

Rear axle surface corroded

slight fluctuation on front brake discs

Pass 17 Jun 2022 31,036 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 28,987 miles

slight corrosion on both rear brake pipes

Pass 10 Jun 2020 28,248 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 27,278 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 26,621 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2018 26,621 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 25,543 miles

n/s/r tyre perishing in tread/ sidewalls

o/s/r tyre perishing in tread/ sidewalls

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Jun 2016 23,782 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 18 Jun 2015 21,480 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jun 2014 18,583 miles

both front tyres showing slight cracks at tread

Pass 27 Jun 2013 14,159 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 11,486 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 8,560 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 XAS is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,349cc 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 SM08 XAS, 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 XAS registered?

SM08 XAS is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is SM08 XAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM08 XAS 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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