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WV08 WLN

2008 Mazda 2

Blue Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

91,301 mi
Last recorded91,301 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV08 WLN
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 91,301 miles

Offside mirror cover missing

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both headlamps misting over

knocking noise from steering column/ rack area

Fail 30 Oct 2025 91,301 miles

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

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

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

Offside mirror cover missing

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both headlamps misting over

knocking noise from steering column/ rack area

Pass 13 Nov 2024 85,964 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside mirror casing missing

Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

knocking noise from steering rack column/ rack

o/s gearbox seal leaking

Pass 30 Oct 2023 82,455 miles

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

Offside mirror cover missing

Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Fail 30 Oct 2023 82,455 miles

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

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

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

Offside mirror cover missing

Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 79,641 miles

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

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

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

can only open hatch back from inside

Fail 2 Nov 2022 79,641 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

can only open hatch back from inside

Pass 15 Oct 2021 75,609 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

both front headlamps misting over

knocking noise from rack area

Pass 13 Nov 2020 71,682 miles

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

both front headlamps begining to mist over

Pass 7 Jun 2019 64,010 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

general corrosion to underside of vehicle and components.

Fail 7 Jun 2019 64,007 miles

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

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge replace asap (5.2.3 (e))

general corrosion to underside of vehicle and components.

Pass 11 Jun 2018 62,861 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2017 61,802 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 60,276 miles

N/S/R Tyre slightly misshapen inner edge

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 2 Jun 2015 57,251 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

noise/rattle from engine are, o/s/f tyre perishing, n/s/f tyre wearing inner edge (185/55r15)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 52,255 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Fail 1 Mar 2013 44,040 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 44,040 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 37,184 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 29,877 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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WV08 WLN is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WV08 WLN, 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 WV08 WLN registered?

WV08 WLN is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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