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YE08 KTN

2008 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

57,318 mi
Last recorded57,318 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE08 KTN
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 57,318 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2025 57,318 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Vehicle under body showing signs of corrosion outside prescribed areas recommend an underseal for protection against further rust and corrosion

Pass 25 Sep 2024 49,067 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 43,389 miles

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

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

Offside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 42,603 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 42,133 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2021 42,133 miles

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 40,417 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 38,829 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (centre pipe fractured) (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 34,393 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust section fractured (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2017 30,408 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 25,958 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2016 25,958 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 22,685 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 19,518 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 16,946 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both front tyres slightly perished

Pass 22 May 2013 12,480 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 6,895 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 5,424 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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YE08 KTN is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 YE08 KTN, 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 YE08 KTN registered?

YE08 KTN is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 9 June 2008.

Is YE08 KTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE08 KTN shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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