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YH08 XHJ

2008 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1348cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

131,252 mi
Last recorded131,252 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH08 XHJ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,348cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2023 131,252 miles

headlamp lenses misted

Nearside Rear some accident damage

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

Fail 6 Mar 2023 131,252 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Windscreen washer not working front and rear (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear some accident damage

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

headlamp lenses misted

Pass 5 Apr 2022 123,512 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 120,014 miles

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

Fail 6 Apr 2021 120,014 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2019 111,397 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 102,439 miles

rear axle corroded

Fail 24 May 2018 102,125 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

rear axle corroded

Pass 29 Mar 2017 92,110 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 83,702 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 73,193 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 65,162 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 58,069 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 46,804 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 31,660 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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YH08 XHJ is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YH08 XHJ, 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 YH08 XHJ registered?

YH08 XHJ is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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