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YB08 XVF

2008 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

124,449 mi
Last recorded124,449 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB08 XVF
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2024 124,449 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle Pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2023 116,909 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 106,959 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 99,143 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 93,929 miles

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

Fail 13 Mar 2020 93,929 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2019 84,320 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 74,550 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 65,058 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2017 64,782 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2016 56,449 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2015 47,291 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2014 38,698 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 34,572 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 27,733 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 21,991 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 XVF is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,498cc 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 XVF, 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 XVF registered?

YB08 XVF is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 16 June 2008.

Is YB08 XVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB08 XVF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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