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VX08 LZE

2008 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,264 mi
Last recorded93,264 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 LZE
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2019 93,264 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe before and after hose slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe before and after hose slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 21 Feb 2019 93,242 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe before and after hose slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe before and after hose slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 88,958 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 83,908 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2017 83,887 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 78,772 miles

front brake discs starting to get worn.

Fail 24 Mar 2016 78,772 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tread seperating from tyre (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

front brake discs starting to get worn.

Pass 27 Mar 2015 74,144 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

condensation inside nsf headlight.

front brake discs starting to get worn.

Pass 21 Mar 2014 69,853 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

condensation inside nsf headlight.

front brake pads look low.

osr tyre just starting to get out of shape.

Pass 15 Mar 2013 65,766 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2012 61,758 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 58,825 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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VX08 LZE is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VX08 LZE, 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 VX08 LZE registered?

VX08 LZE is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 9 April 2008.

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