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VN08 RVL

2008 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

87,539 mi
Last recorded87,539 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN08 RVL
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 87,539 miles

vehicle showing signs of corrosion

Fail 27 Jul 2026 87,539 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

vehicle showing signs of corrosion

Pass 23 Jul 2025 77,948 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2024 73,422 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2024 73,422 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jul 2023 63,148 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge UNEVEN WEAR (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Jul 2023 63,144 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge UNEVEN WEAR (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 53,345 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2022 53,345 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 47,579 miles

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 20 May 2019 43,490 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 40,270 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 36,687 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 33,391 miles

nearside front tyre worn to legal limit recommend early renewal 185/55r15 82v

Pass 28 May 2015 30,056 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 25,857 miles
Fail 20 May 2014 25,857 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 May 2013 21,600 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 17,842 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 22 May 2012 17,842 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 13,102 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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 RVL is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RVL, 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 RVL registered?

VN08 RVL is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is VN08 RVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN08 RVL shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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