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ST08 OCJ

2008 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

196,405 mi
Last recorded196,405 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST08 OCJ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 196,405 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

heavy underseal covering under body

Fail 29 Jun 2025 196,401 miles

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

heavy underseal covering under body

Pass 6 Jul 2024 195,488 miles

Nearside & Offside Rear Tyres wearing low (close to 2 mm marker)

Offside Front Tyre wearing low (close to 2 mm marker)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside & Offside Rear (Around Axle Mount) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis corroding in various areas (front & rear) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2023 193,830 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission oil leak. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jul 2023 193,765 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission oil leak. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 188,040 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2021 181,215 miles

General surface corrosion underbody and metal pipes

Fail 23 Jun 2021 181,160 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2020 178,387 miles

General surface corrosion underbody and metal pipes.

Offside Front and nearside front outer track rod ends have slight play and wear.

Fail 14 Jul 2020 178,387 miles

General surface corrosion underbody and metal pipes.

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

Offside Front and nearside front outer track rod ends have slight play and wear.

Pass 6 Jul 2019 170,553 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 159,650 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 148,006 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 136,401 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2016 136,401 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 124,307 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 113,112 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 100,917 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 90,132 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 7 Jun 2011 68,603 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 68,603 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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 OCJ is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 ST08 OCJ, 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 OCJ registered?

ST08 OCJ is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 14 June 2008.

Is ST08 OCJ safe to buy?

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