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VN08 ZCT

2008 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,874 mi
Last recorded28,874 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 24 Jun 2026 28,874 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 27,953 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 26,602 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 25,651 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 24,588 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2021 23,452 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2020 22,174 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 21,064 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 19,905 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 18,406 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 16,846 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 15,138 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 13,196 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 10,702 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 8,854 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 7,526 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 ZCT is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ZCT, 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 ZCT registered?

VN08 ZCT is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 17 July 2008.

Is VN08 ZCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN08 ZCT shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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