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WL08 JZC

2008 Mazda 2

Green Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

69,977 mi
Last recorded69,977 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL08 JZC
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 69,977 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

front sub frame, under body and suspension components corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

Pass 29 Apr 2025 36,776 miles

Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front sub frame, under body and suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 28 Apr 2025 36,773 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front sub frame, under body and suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 5 Mar 2025 36,579 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2024 35,541 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Sep 2023 35,176 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Exhaust and suspension components have age related corrosion.

Pass 25 Aug 2022 34,350 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 24 Aug 2022 34,344 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 17 Aug 2021 33,570 miles

underbody is corroded

Pass 23 Jun 2020 33,158 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 1 Jul 2019 32,287 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 30,947 miles

Front wipers slightly smeary

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

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

Fail 25 Jun 2018 30,946 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front wipers slightly smeary

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2017 28,875 miles

Small cuts in nearside front tyre outer sidewall

Pass 22 Jun 2016 26,433 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2015 24,345 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2015 24,345 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 21,770 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 18,452 miles

front and rear wipers starting to split

Pass 23 May 2012 15,377 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 11,949 miles

Nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the cords

Nearside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the cords

Offside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the cords

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 JZC is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Green with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 JZC, 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 WL08 JZC registered?

WL08 JZC is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 25 June 2008.

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