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YB08 CMX

2008 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

91,252 mi
Last recorded91,252 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB08 CMX
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2025 91,252 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2024 85,474 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 78,669 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2021 74,208 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 70,417 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2019 65,769 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 63,597 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 56,982 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 48,343 miles

Nearside nail in nsr tyre

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 43,183 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 40,136 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2014 40,136 miles

Offside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 May 2013 33,993 miles

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

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

Fail 20 May 2013 33,993 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 May 2012 27,260 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 21,825 miles

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

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

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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YB08 CMX is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YB08 CMX, 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 YB08 CMX registered?

YB08 CMX is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is YB08 CMX safe to buy?

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