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SV08 FXL

2008 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

33,333 mi
Last recorded33,333 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2016
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 FXL
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2016 33,333 miles

EML ON

Pass 22 Jan 2015 30,343 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2013 23,207 miles

Front cross member has been repaired, off side front is damaged (filler has been used)

Fail 11 Sep 2013 23,185 miles

Front Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

ENGINE LIGHT ON

Front cross member has been repaired , off side front chassis is damaged (fill has been used)

Fail 7 Sep 2013 19,565 miles

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

Front Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Upper Vehicle structure is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

car very dangerous

Pass 10 Jul 2012 16,928 miles

both rear tyres slightly perished between treads

Pass 29 Jun 2011 11,172 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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SV08 FXL is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 SV08 FXL, 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 SV08 FXL registered?

SV08 FXL is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 11 July 2008.

Is SV08 FXL safe to buy?

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