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WV58 LYP

2008 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

106,905 mi
Last recorded106,905 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV58 LYP
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 106,905 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

nock from steering when rocked under load closer check recommended

Fail 22 Oct 2025 106,905 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

nock from steering when rocked under load closer check recommended

Pass 11 Nov 2024 101,195 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2023 95,158 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Nov 2023 95,158 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both fronts inner side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 89,275 miles

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 15 Nov 2021 83,484 miles

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

Fail 12 Nov 2021 83,463 miles

Central Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2020 77,852 miles

Nearside headlamp cover slightly damaged

Fail 4 Nov 2020 77,849 miles

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside headlamp cover slightly damaged

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

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 8 May 2019 70,486 miles
Fail 8 May 2019 70,486 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 14 May 2018 65,886 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 59,596 miles

NSF Tyre Wearing on Inner Edge

Pass 10 Sep 2016 55,240 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2016 55,224 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2015 50,336 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Aug 2014 43,547 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 38,546 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 34,562 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 29,128 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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WV58 LYP is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Silver 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 WV58 LYP, 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 WV58 LYP registered?

WV58 LYP is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 12 September 2008.

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