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VK08 CSU

2008 Mazda 2

Yellow Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

122,738 mi
Last recorded122,738 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK08 CSU
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2024 122,738 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 104,358 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2023 104,358 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested Lens faded and LED bulbs, no beam image. (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested Lens faded and LED bulbs, no beam image. (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2022 90,323 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 84,679 miles

Both front shock absorber guards deteriorated

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Service brake pedal spongey

minor oil leak from oil filter and sump

Pass 30 Oct 2020 80,157 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2020 80,157 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2019 74,347 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 66,526 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 59,464 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2016 55,011 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 48,346 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2014 41,468 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 34,477 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 29,427 miles

Both front tyres age cracked.

Both rear tyres age cracked.

Fail 16 Nov 2012 29,376 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Both front tyres age cracked.

Both rear tyres age cracked.

Pass 21 Nov 2011 24,486 miles

both rear tyres wearing on edges

Pass 9 Mar 2011 23,362 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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VK08 CSU is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Yellow with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VK08 CSU, 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 VK08 CSU registered?

VK08 CSU is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 11 March 2008.

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