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YD58 YGX

2008 Mazda 2

Blue Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

153,438 mi
Last recorded153,438 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD58 YGX
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 153,438 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and offside rear outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 1 Apr 2026 153,435 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and offside rear outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2025 141,978 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2025 141,978 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 133,071 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 122,435 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2023 122,435 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2022 112,401 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 105,396 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 101,038 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 89,510 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2019 89,509 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Apr 2018 78,450 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 70,841 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 67,345 miles

Mist of oil around gearbox

Nearside Front Inner rack arm has slight play

engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement Bottom rear (6.1.D.1a)

Fail 8 Apr 2016 67,344 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Mist of oil around gearbox

Nearside Front Inner rack arm has slight play

engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement Bottom rear (6.1.D.1a)

Pass 6 Feb 2015 56,190 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Nov 2013 45,217 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 20 Nov 2013 45,217 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 3 Nov 2012 36,474 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 23,367 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2011 23,367 miles

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

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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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YD58 YGX is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 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 YD58 YGX, 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 YD58 YGX registered?

YD58 YGX is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 2 September 2008.

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