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WF08 AAV

2008 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

142,943 mi
Last recorded142,943 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF08 AAV
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 142,943 miles

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

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

Fail 21 May 2026 142,943 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 15 May 2025 127,928 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 119,940 miles
Fail 22 May 2024 119,940 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 May 2023 113,088 miles
Fail 24 May 2023 113,088 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Pass 17 May 2022 104,867 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 97,101 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2020 91,353 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge uneven tyre wear (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge uneven tyre wear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 May 2020 91,353 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge uneven tyre wear (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge uneven tyre wear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 82,013 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 73,187 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 59,600 miles

o/s headlight lense starting to dull

Pass 29 Apr 2016 55,274 miles

Offside Rear child seat fitted, not allowing full inspection of seat belt

Pass 25 Apr 2015 50,838 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2014 45,831 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/r tyre inner edge void of tread pattern

n/s/r tyre outer sidewall cut

o/s headlight starting to dull

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 27 Apr 2013 40,249 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2012 33,801 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 26,289 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

offside wiper split slightly

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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WF08 AAV is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,498cc 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 WF08 AAV, 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 WF08 AAV registered?

WF08 AAV is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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