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V2 DGK

2008 Mazda 2

Yellow Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

26,694 mi
Last recorded26,694 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV2 DGK
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 26,694 miles

Nearside Front 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 Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 26,260 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 25,812 miles

both front shockers dust gaiters split

Pass 11 Aug 2022 25,255 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2021 24,656 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 23,891 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 23,246 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 22,110 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 20,562 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2017 20,562 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2016 19,745 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 18,192 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 16,125 miles

offside front tyre scrubbed on inner edge

Pass 5 Aug 2013 14,090 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 11,942 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 9,159 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 9,159 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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V2 DGK is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Yellow with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 V2 DGK, 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 V2 DGK registered?

V2 DGK is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 4 September 2008.

Is V2 DGK safe to buy?

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