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VE08 ZPO

2008 Mazda 2

Silver Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

143,896 mi
Last recorded143,896 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2017
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE08 ZPO
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2017 143,896 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 31 Jan 2017 143,757 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 99,857 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 77,172 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 61,160 miles

Oil leak

engine earth strap broken

Pass 9 Jul 2012 43,531 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 23,584 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 ZPO is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,399cc diesel 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 VE08 ZPO, 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 ZPO registered?

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

Is VE08 ZPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE08 ZPO 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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