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SY08 YPF

2008 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

89,945 mi
Last recorded89,945 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY08 YPF
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2021 89,945 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2020 84,427 miles

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive beam axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Fail 19 Feb 2020 84,427 miles

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive beam axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 79,202 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

o/s front tyre feathering on edges

Pass 1 Feb 2018 72,993 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at rear joint (7.1.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Fail 30 Jan 2018 72,993 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at rear joint (7.1.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jan 2017 65,443 miles

exhaust system corroded slight blow

slight fluctuation /imbalance front brakes

Fail 22 Jan 2017 65,443 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

exhaust system corroded slight blow

slight fluctuation /imbalance front brakes

Pass 13 Feb 2016 55,308 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2016 55,308 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 16 Feb 2015 44,388 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Feb 2015 44,388 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2014 39,656 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 32,677 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 25,942 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 18,985 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 YPF is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 SY08 YPF, 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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SY08 YPF is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 19 July 2008.

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