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YC58 VZJ

2008 Mazda 2

Green Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

34,957 mi
Last recorded34,957 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2016
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC58 VZJ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2016 34,957 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 29,674 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2014 26,485 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 26,485 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 24,278 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 22,118 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Oct 2012 22,117 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2011 19,105 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 VZJ is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Green with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YC58 VZJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YC58 VZJ registered?

YC58 VZJ is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 13 November 2008.

Is YC58 VZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC58 VZJ shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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