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VX58 VNK

2008 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

79,119 mi
Last recorded79,119 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX58 VNK
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 79,119 miles

Car has underseal applied

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 9 Jul 2025 75,930 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

underseal been applied

Pass 13 Aug 2024 75,242 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear frame (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 75,010 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear body has corrosion

Pass 26 Aug 2022 74,276 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

underside of vehicle has some surface corrosion

Pass 25 Aug 2021 73,241 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 72,886 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

nearside front headlamp lens cracked

Pass 7 Aug 2019 69,926 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 65,424 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 11 Aug 2017 61,730 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 57,176 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2016 57,176 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 53,188 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear nail in tread

Pass 14 Aug 2014 45,776 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 45,776 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 37,389 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 28,788 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 28,788 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 18,024 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2011 18,024 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear wiper not clearing

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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VX58 VNK is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VX58 VNK, 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.

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What year was VX58 VNK registered?

VX58 VNK is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is VX58 VNK safe to buy?

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