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WG57 PSU

2008 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

256,989 mi
Last recorded256,989 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG57 PSU
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 256,989 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 250,208 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S and O/S slightly pitted on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Inner sill corroded in places

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Inner sill corroded in places

Offside Outer sill corroded in places

Rear Coil spring corroded N/S and O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2024 250,205 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill corroded /holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill corroded / holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill corroded / holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S and O/S slightly pitted on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Inner sill corroded in places

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Inner sill corroded in places

Offside Outer sill corroded in places

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine sump corroded and damp (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded N/S and O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 239,365 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slight corrosion in rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded N/S and O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Oct 2023 239,365 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slight corrosion in rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded N/S and O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 229,260 miles

brakes only just pass fluctuation test

surface rust on metal brake pipes might be worst where not visible

Pass 23 Nov 2021 215,519 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Radiator seeping coolant

Pass 22 Dec 2020 206,981 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slight in places (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Dec 2019 197,653 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Balding inner edge and cracking between treads (5.2.3 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) N/s and o/s front ()

Pass 13 Dec 2018 184,721 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 13 Dec 2018 184,721 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 21 Dec 2017 173,005 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 3 Jan 2017 161,324 miles

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

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 146,604 miles

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

osr tyre worn on the inner shoulder

Pass 2 Jan 2015 131,820 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 116,322 miles

osf tyre has a minor cut on outer wall

Fail 3 Jan 2014 116,322 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

osf tyre has a minor cut on outer wall

Fail 3 Jan 2013 103,308 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Jan 2013 103,308 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 87,417 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2011 68,841 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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WG57 PSU is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 WG57 PSU, 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 WG57 PSU registered?

WG57 PSU is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 6 February 2008.

Is WG57 PSU safe to buy?

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