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SY57 YFL

2008 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

79,649 mi
Last recorded79,649 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2017
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY57 YFL
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2017 79,649 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 19 Dec 2016 71,214 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 58,838 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 30 Jun 2015 58,799 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 50,005 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 41,255 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 32,676 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 32,656 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2011 22,724 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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SY57 YFL is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 SY57 YFL, 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 SY57 YFL registered?

SY57 YFL is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 9 January 2008.

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