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YC08 TKV

2008 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

103,596 mi
Last recorded103,596 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 TKV
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2020 103,596 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 93,549 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 84,608 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2018 84,608 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2017 70,143 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 60,517 miles

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

Fail 12 Aug 2016 60,517 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2016 58,859 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s and n/s (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (3.5.1i)

Rear o/s and n/s tyres are perished /cracked

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 54,369 miles

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

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

wipers splitting

Pass 16 Jan 2014 46,614 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 40,669 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 28,328 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 TKV is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 TKV, 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 TKV registered?

YC08 TKV is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 13 August 2008.

Is YC08 TKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC08 TKV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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