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YA08 VEM

2008 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

106,482 mi
Last recorded106,482 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA08 VEM
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2023 106,482 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Jun 2023 106,482 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced middle of sill holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced middle of sill holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2022 100,652 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 27 May 2021 92,858 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Fail 27 May 2021 92,858 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2020 87,576 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 86,643 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside and nearside main (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside and nearside (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside and nearside (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 22 Aug 2019 86,642 miles

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

Oil leaking excessively from engine Sump corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside and nearside main (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside and nearside (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside and nearside (1.1.11 (c))

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective Offside and nearside (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 85,439 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2018 85,437 miles

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

heat shield loose

Pass 28 Aug 2017 78,990 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2016 62,754 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 46,583 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 39,216 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2013 29,190 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 20,990 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2011 13,968 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 12,015 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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YA08 VEM is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YA08 VEM, 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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YA08 VEM is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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