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ST08 FZW

2008 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

62,398 mi
Last recorded62,398 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST08 FZW
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2023 62,398 miles

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

Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Jan 2023 62,398 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources near side off side (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 56,460 miles

advice on further look at rear number plate lights come back on with knock

advice on heavy surface corrosion at front and rear axle front and rear chassis and floor and inner sills and underside

advice on slight lift at n/s/f lower ball joint

advice on slight noise at n/s/f wheel bearing

advice on tidy up head lights

Fail 9 Aug 2021 56,460 miles

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

advice on further look at rear number plate lights come back on with knock

advice on heavy surface corrosion at front and rear axle front and rear chassis and floor and inner sills and underside

advice on slight lift at n/s/f lower ball joint

advice on slight noise at n/s/f wheel bearing

advice on tidy up head lights

Pass 10 Aug 2020 52,860 miles

advice on front wipers

advice on n/s/door mirror glass

Fail 10 Aug 2020 52,860 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

advice on front wipers

advice on n/s/door mirror glass

Pass 15 Apr 2019 48,244 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 45,301 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 41,372 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 36,235 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 31,649 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 28,344 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2014 28,344 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2013 25,360 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 22,333 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 19,436 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 FZW is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 FZW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ST08 FZW registered?

ST08 FZW is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is ST08 FZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST08 FZW shows 16 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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