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SR08 CNZ

2008 Mazda 2

White Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2022
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

93,890 mi
Last recorded93,890 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSR08 CNZ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2021 93,890 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2020 85,751 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2020 85,751 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2019 78,928 miles

oil sump porous and corroded

Fail 5 Jul 2019 78,928 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

oil sump porous and corroded

Pass 21 May 2018 71,847 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2017 68,828 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2017 68,828 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 61,248 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2016 61,248 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm o/s/f (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Oct 2015 55,003 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 48,177 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2014 48,177 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Fail 30 Oct 2014 48,133 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 40,176 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 35,147 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 27,635 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 27,635 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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SR08 CNZ is a 2008 Mazda 2 in White with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 SR08 CNZ, 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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SR08 CNZ is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 15 August 2008.

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