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VN08 PUX

2008 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

96,103 mi
Last recorded96,103 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN08 PUX
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 96,103 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2025 91,133 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s and o/s (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2024 84,722 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2023 79,004 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 74,398 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2022 74,398 miles

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both front (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 70,478 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread areas (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear exhaust heat shield detached at rear fixing

Pass 11 Aug 2020 68,343 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

rear exhaust heat shield detached at rear fixings

Pass 6 Aug 2019 61,951 miles

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Axle bushes deteriorated on both sides of vehicle

Pass 6 Aug 2018 50,762 miles

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Both axle bushes starting to deteriorate

Pass 14 Aug 2017 39,025 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 38,369 miles

Nearside Front Inner tyre edge worn

Nearside Front shock absorber gaiter dust cover split

Offside Front shock absorber gaiter dust cover split

Pass 14 Apr 2016 35,266 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 31,535 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 28,551 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 25,006 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 25,006 miles

Brake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 22,088 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 19,014 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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VN08 PUX is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 PUX, 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 PUX registered?

VN08 PUX is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 28 April 2008.

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The MOT history for VN08 PUX shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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