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YL08 VVA

2008 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

89,872 mi
Last recorded89,872 miles
Recorded on10 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL08 VVA
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2019 89,872 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 79,066 miles

front brake discs worn slight play n/s/f ball joint

Pass 27 May 2017 64,142 miles

slight play in steering

Pass 31 May 2016 47,956 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 47,102 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 46,367 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Aug 2013 41,961 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 41,961 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 34,618 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 26,136 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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YL08 VVA is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YL08 VVA, 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 YL08 VVA registered?

YL08 VVA is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 8 August 2008.

Is YL08 VVA safe to buy?

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