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SW57 LTA

2008 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1348cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

100,641 mi
Last recorded100,641 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW57 LTA
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,348cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2022 100,641 miles

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal both rear sill repairs (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jan 2022 100,627 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear of outer sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jan 2021 98,342 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jan 2021 98,337 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded rear of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system rear of front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 94,153 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 89,042 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 82,576 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Jan 2017 75,390 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 67,458 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 58,838 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 51,210 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 42,908 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 34,669 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 24,843 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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SW57 LTA is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SW57 LTA, 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 SW57 LTA registered?

SW57 LTA is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 25 January 2008.

Is SW57 LTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW57 LTA shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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