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YC58 VZK

2008 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

83,023 mi
Last recorded83,023 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC58 VZK
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2018 83,023 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2018 83,023 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low Both Sides (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2017 75,422 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 21 Nov 2017 75,421 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front Headlamp aim too low Both (1.8)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 22 Oct 2016 65,463 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 54,790 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 41,305 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

front brake discs lipped

Fail 13 Jun 2014 41,305 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

front brake discs lipped

Pass 12 Jun 2013 27,887 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 12 Jun 2013 27,887 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2012 17,178 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 7,976 miles

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

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 VZK is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VZK, 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 VZK registered?

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

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