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WG08 YWM

2008 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

86,882 mi
Last recorded86,882 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 86,882 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 85,790 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2025 85,748 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2024 85,157 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s/f (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 82,954 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 79,614 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2021 75,867 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 72,610 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective n/s and o/s/f (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2019 69,208 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 64,951 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 59,602 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2016 54,888 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 50,848 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 46,009 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 39,197 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 32,271 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jun 2011 22,650 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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WG08 YWM is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 YWM, 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 WG08 YWM registered?

WG08 YWM is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is WG08 YWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG08 YWM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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