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YC08 GXZ

2008 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

87,582 mi
Last recorded87,582 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 GXZ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2019 87,582 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2019 87,582 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Position lamp not working both front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both rear (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 79,261 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 70,978 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 58,179 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 46,778 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 35,753 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 27,060 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 17,823 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 7,758 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 7,233 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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YC08 GXZ is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YC08 GXZ, 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 YC08 GXZ registered?

YC08 GXZ is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is YC08 GXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC08 GXZ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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