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YC58 UNZ

2008 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

177,849 mi
Last recorded177,849 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC58 UNZ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2024 177,849 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill........ (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2023 173,578 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 169,517 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 160,370 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 146,497 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2018 136,917 miles

plastic covers fitted underneath

Pass 11 Dec 2017 132,783 miles

plastic covers fitted underneath

Fail 4 Dec 2017 132,719 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

plastic covers fitted underneath

Pass 30 Dec 2016 130,372 miles

plastic covers fitted underneath

Fail 29 Dec 2016 130,369 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

plastic covers fitted underneath

Pass 26 Nov 2015 113,931 miles

oil leak!!sump pan corroded

Fail 26 Nov 2015 113,931 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2014 96,487 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2014 96,487 miles

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

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

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

Fail 28 Nov 2013 79,697 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Nov 2013 79,697 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 62,397 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Nov 2011 47,211 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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YC58 UNZ is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 YC58 UNZ, 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 YC58 UNZ registered?

YC58 UNZ is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 13 December 2008.

Is YC58 UNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC58 UNZ shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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