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WF08 ERJ

2008 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

113,180 mi
Last recorded113,180 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF08 ERJ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 113,180 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 106,927 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Sep 2024 106,927 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2023 96,907 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 89,239 miles

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Aug 2022 89,239 miles

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 82,204 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 21 Aug 2020 73,165 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2019 60,520 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 48,468 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2018 48,468 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Both discs worn on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Aug 2017 40,913 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2016 33,963 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2016 33,963 miles

Headlamp aim too low both front. (1.8)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 27,591 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 19,833 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 13,923 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 8,789 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 8,042 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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WF08 ERJ is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 ERJ, 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 ERJ registered?

WF08 ERJ is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 15 March 2008.

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The MOT history for WF08 ERJ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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