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VX08 LYT

2008 Mazda 2

Black Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

69,178 mi
Last recorded69,178 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2015
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 LYT
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2015 69,178 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 62,401 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 60,572 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2012 60,572 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 40,512 miles

O/S/F tyre tread 2mm.

Fail 8 Jun 2011 40,511 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

O/S/F tyre tread 2mm.

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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VX08 LYT is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VX08 LYT, 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

How do I check the history of VX08 LYT?

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What year was VX08 LYT registered?

VX08 LYT is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 3 May 2008.

Is VX08 LYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX08 LYT shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VX08 LYT have outstanding finance?

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