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YD08 GVY

2008 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

77,747 mi
Last recorded77,747 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD08 GVY
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 77,747 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Feb 2025 55,821 miles

Under body covered in black underseal

Fail 7 Dec 2024 55,812 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Under body covered in underseal

Pass 26 Feb 2024 54,565 miles

General corrosion

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

Pass 25 Feb 2023 52,233 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 49,275 miles

rear axle corroded

Fail 2 Mar 2022 49,275 miles

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

rear axle corroded

Pass 1 Mar 2021 46,751 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 45,013 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2020 45,013 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 2 Mar 2019 42,214 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 39,459 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2018 39,459 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2017 36,179 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 33,123 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 29,224 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 26,064 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 21,862 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 18,295 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 12,932 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2011 12,693 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

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

boot lock faulty

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 GVY is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 YD08 GVY, 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 GVY registered?

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

Is YD08 GVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD08 GVY shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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