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VA08 KWD

2008 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

67,903 mi
Last recorded67,903 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2016
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA08 KWD
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2016 67,903 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 61,604 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Jun 2014 56,665 miles

Both front tyres slightly deteriorated

Both rear tyres slightly deteriorated

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside front tyre edge wear

Nearside rear brake dragging slightly

Rear brake application slightly uneven

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jun 2014 56,665 miles

Both front tyres slightly deteriorated

Both rear tyres slightly deteriorated

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Nearside front tyre edge wear

Nearside rear brake dragging slightly

Rear brake application slightly uneven

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jun 2013 47,150 miles

unable to visually assess rear drum brakes

Pass 18 Jun 2012 38,364 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 30,193 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 KWD is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KWD, 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 VA08 KWD registered?

VA08 KWD is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 24 July 2008.

Is VA08 KWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA08 KWD shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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