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VN08 LKE

2008 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

99,278 mi
Last recorded99,278 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN08 LKE
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2024 99,278 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 88,305 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2022 85,358 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2022 85,358 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2021 79,925 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

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

Pass 24 Jul 2020 75,333 miles

Engine oil level low

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2020 75,331 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Engine oil level low

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 71,934 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Jul 2019 71,934 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 66,970 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2017 61,427 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 55,070 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 49,013 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2014 41,626 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 35,118 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 26,900 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 18,400 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 18,400 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 18,378 miles

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

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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VN08 LKE is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 VN08 LKE, 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 VN08 LKE registered?

VN08 LKE is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 23 April 2008.

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