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WL08 FPU

2008 Mazda 2

Grey Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

128,558 mi
Last recorded128,558 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL08 FPU
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2019 128,558 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2019 128,558 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2018 121,339 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2018 121,339 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 115,585 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 109,751 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 168,544 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 104,432 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 102,581 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 2 Jun 2014 102,581 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 13 Jun 2013 95,000 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2013 95,000 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 75,683 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2011 60,602 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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WL08 FPU is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WL08 FPU, 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 WL08 FPU registered?

WL08 FPU is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 13 June 2008.

Is WL08 FPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL08 FPU shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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