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VEZ 1205

2008 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2026
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

91,936 mi
Last recorded91,936 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVEZ 1205
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2025 91,936 miles

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Axle. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Feb 2025 91,936 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Fuel tank exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Axle. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2024 88,834 miles

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

sump perforated oil leak

Fail 25 Jan 2024 88,814 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

sump perforated oil leak

Pass 6 Sep 2017 55,543 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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VEZ 1205 is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VEZ 1205, 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 VEZ 1205 registered?

VEZ 1205 is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 13 September 2008.

Is VEZ 1205 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VEZ 1205 shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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