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YD08 VMJ

2008 Mazda 2

Green Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

51,351 mi
Last recorded51,351 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2015
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD08 VMJ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2015 51,351 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 47,239 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 26 Aug 2014 47,233 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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 19 Aug 2013 43,737 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 38,732 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2011 33,023 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 VMJ is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Green with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VMJ, 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 VMJ registered?

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

Is YD08 VMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD08 VMJ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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