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SY08 DZA

2008 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

83,837 mi
Last recorded83,837 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY08 DZA
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2024 83,837 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 78,655 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 77,412 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 75,918 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect light misting (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge almost though to cord on inner tread area - replacement required asap (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 25 Jan 2021 75,918 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect light misting (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge almost though to cord on inner tread area - replacement required asap (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 23 Jul 2019 68,324 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2019 60,204 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2018 62,619 miles

Light corrosion to nearside and offside sills and floor pans.

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Jul 2017 57,883 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 53,085 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 48,368 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 48,368 miles

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2014 41,432 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 32,267 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 27,792 miles

nearside front tyre has cut in outer sidewall

nearside rear tyre has cut in inner sidewall

Pass 2 Mar 2011 17,989 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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SY08 DZA is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SY08 DZA, 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 SY08 DZA registered?

SY08 DZA is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 5 March 2008.

Is SY08 DZA safe to buy?

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