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SM08 XBV

2008 Mazda 2

Green Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

124,845 mi
Last recorded124,845 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 XBV
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2018 124,845 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2018 124,844 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 117,492 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 107,783 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 99,196 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2015 99,196 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2014 87,837 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 77,892 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 66,130 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Nov 2012 66,130 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2011 46,032 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 XBV is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Green with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 XBV, 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 XBV registered?

SM08 XBV is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 5 August 2008.

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