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SV08 UEM

2008 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1348cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

79,949 mi
Last recorded79,949 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 UEM
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,348cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2022 79,949 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 78,592 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 76,642 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2019 73,748 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 69,044 miles

Oil leak sump ()

Fail 3 Feb 2018 69,044 miles

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

Oil leak sump ()

Pass 4 Feb 2017 63,674 miles

Oil leak ()

knock through steering

Fail 4 Feb 2017 63,674 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Oil leak ()

knock through steering

Pass 19 Jan 2016 58,522 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2016 58,522 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Jan 2015 48,467 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 37,813 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 32,227 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

heah shield insecure

Pass 29 Mar 2012 22,014 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Mar 2011 15,117 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 UEM is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SV08 UEM, 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 UEM registered?

SV08 UEM is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is SV08 UEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV08 UEM shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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