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YC08 ZZE

2008 Mazda 2

Red Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

119,838 mi
Last recorded119,838 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 ZZE
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2023 119,838 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 113,968 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 105,313 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2021 105,313 miles

Central Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 101,089 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 15 Oct 2020 101,089 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) not working both offside and nearside (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 87,173 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Apr 2019 87,036 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Apr 2019 87,036 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 75,271 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 65,913 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2016 60,693 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2016 60,692 miles

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

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

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

rubber missing off pedal

Pass 29 Jul 2015 54,135 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jul 2014 45,974 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 36,538 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 May 2012 24,999 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 18,025 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 18,024 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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 ZZE is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 YC08 ZZE, 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 ZZE registered?

YC08 ZZE is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 18 April 2008.

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