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WF08 LTY

2008 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

152,455 mi
Last recorded152,455 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF08 LTY
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2022 152,455 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

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

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

all suspension compontes rusty

cover sills shields

Fail 20 Sep 2022 152,376 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

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

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

all suspension compontes rusty

cover sills shields

Pass 14 Sep 2021 140,965 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 129,871 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2020 128,162 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2019 121,521 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2019 121,521 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2018 111,860 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Feb 2018 111,785 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

offside rear tyre stepped on inner edge

Pass 21 Feb 2017 90,515 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also has sidewall damage (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front wipers smear screen

nearside front bottom ball joint cover has grease around it

offside front bottom ball joint cover has grease around it

oil level low

Pass 19 Feb 2016 70,083 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 59,072 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 52,450 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 44,993 miles

nearside rear tyre slightly stepped on inner edge and cracking on outer tread area offside rear tyre stepped on inner edge

Pass 20 Jan 2012 34,360 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 20,551 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 LTY is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LTY, 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 WF08 LTY registered?

WF08 LTY is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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