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VE08 ZPN

2008 Mazda 2

Grey Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

176,748 mi
Last recorded176,748 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE08 ZPN
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2023 176,748 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2022 156,970 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 149,819 miles

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 143,824 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear heat shield lose

Fail 16 Oct 2020 143,823 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear heat shield lose

Pass 29 Apr 2019 141,447 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 25 Apr 2018 130,481 miles

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

undertrays and engine covers fitted obscuring some test items.

Pass 28 Apr 2017 117,995 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 117,995 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 101,303 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 89,570 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 86,251 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 84,407 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 71,991 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Jun 2012 59,982 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 45,636 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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VE08 ZPN is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 ZPN, 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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VE08 ZPN is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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