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VE08 ZNW

2008 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

66,364 mi
Last recorded66,364 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2016
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE08 ZNW
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2016 66,364 miles

slight wobble from steering when going lock to lock,

Fail 5 Jul 2016 66,364 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber gaiter split

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

slight wobble from steering when going lock to lock,

Pass 28 Jul 2015 52,442 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 42,122 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2014 42,122 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2013 36,010 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 28,481 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 1 Aug 2011 22,351 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside front tyre has slight damage to the outer sidewall

Oil leak

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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VE08 ZNW is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VE08 ZNW, 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 VE08 ZNW registered?

VE08 ZNW is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 11 August 2008.

Is VE08 ZNW safe to buy?

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