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YL57 KXY

2008 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

54,297 mi
Last recorded54,297 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL57 KXY
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 54,297 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2025 52,355 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2025 52,323 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 18 Jan 2024 50,895 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2024 50,876 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2023 49,281 miles

Central Rear AXLE corroded

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Jan 2023 49,259 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Heat shield loose

Central Rear AXLE corroded

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2022 47,771 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 46,048 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2021 46,010 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure On inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure On inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jan 2020 44,235 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides rears corroded near flexi hose . accessibility restricted to access fully (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres inner sidewall splitting (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 Jan 2020 44,167 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides rears corroded near flexi hose . accessibility restricted to access fully (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres inner sidewall splitting (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 12 Jan 2019 40,622 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Jan 2018 36,884 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2017 33,718 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 30,653 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 28,101 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 24,924 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2012 20,805 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 16,688 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 12,820 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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YL57 KXY is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 YL57 KXY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YL57 KXY registered?

YL57 KXY is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 25 January 2008.

Is YL57 KXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL57 KXY shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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