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WG08 XCO

2008 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

44,962 mi
Last recorded44,962 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG08 XCO
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 44,962 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2025 44,339 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 43,452 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 41,808 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 39,854 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge. inside edge worn through to softer rubber (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2021 37,812 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2020 36,617 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 35,556 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 33,226 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 31,542 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 28,584 miles

Nearside Rear tyre beginning to crack between treads

Offside Rear rear tyre beginning to crack between treads

Pass 27 Jul 2015 25,729 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 22,927 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 19,658 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 19,636 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 16,350 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 28 Jul 2011 13,043 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 13,040 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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WG08 XCO is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WG08 XCO, 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 WG08 XCO registered?

WG08 XCO is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 1 August 2008.

Is WG08 XCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG08 XCO shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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