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WU08 KWT

2008 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

127,142 mi
Last recorded127,142 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU08 KWT
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 127,142 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2025 127,142 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2025 113,654 miles

Central Front Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess lower gearbox mount (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides front brake pads wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

exhaust heatshield insecure

Pass 27 Feb 2024 96,833 miles

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

Fail 27 Feb 2024 96,833 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 83,632 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2023 83,632 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge devoid of tread ie bald (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 66,484 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2022 66,474 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2021 49,920 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 46,834 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 43,672 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 39,501 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2017 36,269 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 33,226 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 30,889 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 28,807 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

unable to examine outter sills fully as covers fitted

Fail 15 Feb 2014 28,807 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

unable to examine outter sills fully as covers fitted

Pass 23 Feb 2013 26,894 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

side sills with covers not fully checked

Pass 18 Feb 2012 24,856 miles

Nearside front tyre close to ply cords on very inner edge

Pass 19 Feb 2011 22,220 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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WU08 KWT is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,498cc 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 WU08 KWT, 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 WU08 KWT registered?

WU08 KWT is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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The MOT history for WU08 KWT shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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