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VA08 GHK

2008 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2025
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,727 mi
Last recorded76,727 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA08 GHK
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 18 Sep 2024 76,727 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 73,025 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2022 68,112 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 58,105 miles

Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2020 56,515 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 53,765 miles

both front tyres have inner edge wear

Pass 14 Sep 2018 47,209 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 42,548 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 23 Jan 2017 36,556 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 33,866 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 31,016 miles

N/S/R Tyre unevenly worn and cracked in tread

O/S/R Tyre unevenly worn and cracked in tread

Pass 17 Jan 2014 27,408 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 24,638 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 21,990 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 17,421 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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VA08 GHK is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VA08 GHK, 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 VA08 GHK registered?

VA08 GHK is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 25 July 2008.

Is VA08 GHK safe to buy?

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