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VN08 PVP

2008 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

94,358 mi
Last recorded94,358 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN08 PVP
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 94,358 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2025 94,356 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached mount snapped (5.3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2024 89,241 miles

Nearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside rear tyre cracking on tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front steering rack end has play

Pass 16 Nov 2023 84,584 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Fail 16 Nov 2023 84,584 miles

Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 83,198 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 78,014 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 69,776 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 64,609 miles

Front Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 58,210 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 52,325 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 46,299 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 40,808 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 35,179 miles

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

nearside rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 3 Mar 2014 30,353 miles

both rear tyres starting to crack

Pass 6 Mar 2013 24,423 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 19,019 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 15,118 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)

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 PVP is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,498cc 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 VN08 PVP, 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 VN08 PVP registered?

VN08 PVP is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 8 May 2008.

Is VN08 PVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN08 PVP shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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