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YD08 OTP

2008 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

79,713 mi
Last recorded79,713 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD08 OTP
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 79,713 miles

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

sill covers fitted

Pass 7 Nov 2024 79,580 miles

sill covers fitted

Pass 6 Nov 2023 79,468 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 79,065 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 78,872 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 78,556 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 78,246 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 77,590 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 76,451 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 66,739 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 7 Nov 2016 66,734 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Nov 2015 58,126 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 9 Nov 2015 58,126 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 48,094 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 43,143 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 7,542 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 29,653 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 22,822 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 OTP is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 OTP, 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 YD08 OTP registered?

YD08 OTP is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is YD08 OTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD08 OTP shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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