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ST08 FBC

2008 Mazda 2

Grey Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

115,542 mi
Last recorded115,542 miles
Recorded on25 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST08 FBC
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 May 2019 115,542 miles

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

Offside Rear boot floor corroded

Fail 25 May 2019 115,542 miles

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

Offside Rear boot floor corroded

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 106,112 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 99,645 miles

heat shield insecure

Fail 14 Apr 2017 99,522 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

heat shield insecure

Pass 8 Apr 2016 88,441 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both front (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 79,172 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Apr 2014 67,234 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 53,055 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 37,416 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Apr 2012 37,416 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Apr 2011 26,240 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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ST08 FBC is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,399cc diesel 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 ST08 FBC, 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 ST08 FBC registered?

ST08 FBC is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 21 April 2008.

Is ST08 FBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST08 FBC shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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