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VA57 KOX

2008 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

85,242 mi
Last recorded85,242 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA57 KOX
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 85,242 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Slight leak from rear of sump seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NSF and Both rear tyres have age related cracking. No cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2025 84,011 miles

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Coolant leak around radiator ( minor leak ) bottom edge (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Slight leak from rear of sump sealed area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres have age related cracking around outer/inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Mar 2025 84,011 miles

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Coolant leak around radiator ( minor leak ) bottom edge (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working side lamp (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Slight leak from rear of sump sealed area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres have age related cracking around outer/inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2024 81,238 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs have corrosion on inner face but not affecting braking efficiency (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres have age related cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2023 76,825 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 73,622 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2021 70,961 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 68,473 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Sump leaking slightly and corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 66,374 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 65,122 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 64,527 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2017 64,527 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2016 60,581 miles

Offside Front slight tyre inner sidewall damage no cords showing

Pass 20 Jan 2015 55,878 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2014 50,437 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 42,689 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 30,438 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 17,268 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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VA57 KOX is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VA57 KOX, 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 VA57 KOX registered?

VA57 KOX is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 8 January 2008.

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