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WA57 PDK

2008 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,794 mi
Last recorded71,794 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA57 PDK
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2026 71,794 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2025 69,343 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2024 66,084 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2023 62,898 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2022 60,459 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 59,309 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2020 57,914 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 54,828 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 52,528 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 50,503 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 47,719 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 45,423 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 42,902 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 39,472 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 32,086 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 25,849 miles

both rear tyres getting low

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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WA57 PDK is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,498cc 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 WA57 PDK, 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 WA57 PDK registered?

WA57 PDK is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 29 January 2008.

Is WA57 PDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA57 PDK 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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