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YB08 UCG

2008 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

114,711 mi
Last recorded114,711 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2015
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB08 UCG
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2015 114,711 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 103,768 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2014 103,708 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 90,091 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 90,049 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 55,607 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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YB08 UCG is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YB08 UCG, 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 UCG registered?

YB08 UCG is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 9 June 2008.

Is YB08 UCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB08 UCG shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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