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VF57 FXU

2008 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

110,442 mi
Last recorded110,442 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF57 FXU
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 110,442 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted

Fail 13 Apr 2026 110,441 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 17 Mar 2025 105,790 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 100,842 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 89,536 miles

Front o/s & n/s brake pipe corrosion

Front o/s & n/s steering rack/arms worn with play

Lower o/s & n/s body sills corrosion

Nearside Front tyre bald edges

Rear exhaust heat shield loose fitment

Rear o/s & n/s brake pipe corrosion

o/s & n/s front to rear brake pipe corrosion

Pass 15 Mar 2022 81,626 miles

Front o/s & n/s steering rack/arms worn

Offside Rear tyre sidewalls damage

Rear exhaust heat shield loose fitment

oil leak

wipers smearing

Pass 10 Mar 2021 75,861 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 12 Mar 2020 71,398 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 21 Mar 2019 62,791 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 21 Mar 2019 62,791 miles

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 28 Nov 2017 52,384 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

offside rear tyre slight cracking

Pass 16 Dec 2016 44,699 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 41,329 miles

front n/s and o/s steering rack end arms light play

Pass 12 Jan 2015 37,206 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)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 32,138 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 26,996 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 22,574 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 17,828 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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VF57 FXU is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Grey 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 VF57 FXU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VF57 FXU registered?

VF57 FXU is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 1 February 2008.

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