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TA03 LAS

2008 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

151,723 mi
Last recorded151,723 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTA03 LAS
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2022 151,723 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 30 Sep 2022 151,723 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2021 143,379 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2021 143,379 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 140,538 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 136,886 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 111,158 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2018 111,158 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2017 107,190 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2017 107,190 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 1 Oct 2016 93,405 miles

Nearside front tyre inside edge wear

Offside front tyre multiple splits on inside sidewall

Fail 1 Oct 2016 93,405 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside front tyre inside edge wear

Offside front tyre multiple splits on inside sidewall

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 26 Sep 2015 79,618 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 65,878 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2013 51,330 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 40,382 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 34,952 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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TA03 LAS is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 TA03 LAS, 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 TA03 LAS registered?

TA03 LAS is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 27 September 2008.

Is TA03 LAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for TA03 LAS shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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