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YD08 FVL

2008 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

71,472 mi
Last recorded71,472 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2020
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD08 FVL
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2020 71,472 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 64,282 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2019 64,279 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2018 57,866 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 50,443 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 48,325 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 48,325 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2015 46,236 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 43,140 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2014 43,140 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 36,363 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 28,984 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2012 28,984 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 4 Mar 2011 20,452 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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YD08 FVL is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YD08 FVL, 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 YD08 FVL registered?

YD08 FVL is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is YD08 FVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD08 FVL shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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