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WU58 GKJ

2008 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

110,260 mi
Last recorded110,260 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU58 GKJ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 110,260 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))

coolant leak bottom of radiator

Fail 11 May 2026 110,260 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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))

coolant leak bottom of radiator

Pass 15 May 2025 107,322 miles

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

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

Fail 13 May 2025 107,322 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside 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))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2024 104,796 miles

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

Fail 28 Feb 2024 104,796 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2023 101,705 miles

n/s sideskirt ansecure

Fail 23 Feb 2023 101,705 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (4.2.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (4.2.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

n/s sideskirt ansecure

Pass 15 Oct 2021 88,435 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 81,503 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2020 81,503 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2019 74,081 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2019 74,081 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2018 68,861 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2017 64,681 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2017 64,681 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 60,403 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 60,403 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 52,607 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 52,607 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Mar 2014 42,187 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 32,725 miles

both rear tyres wearing on edges & deteriorating

Pass 29 Nov 2011 24,035 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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WU58 GKJ is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

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 WU58 GKJ, 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 WU58 GKJ registered?

WU58 GKJ is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 1 December 2008.

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