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YP08 CUA

2008 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

105,422 mi
Last recorded105,422 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP08 CUA
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 105,422 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2025 103,637 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4mm inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Jan 2025 103,634 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4mm inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Feb 2024 102,000 miles

Central Exhaust silencer slightly loose Around fuel tank heat shield loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn tread depth 5mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Wing mirror cap missing

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge bald tread depth 5mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 6 Feb 2023 91,950 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources Not working (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 82,141 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged Mirror Cap missing ()

Fail 2 Feb 2022 82,139 miles

Brake master cylinder defective but brake still operating Pedal sinks to floor (1.1.10 (b) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged Mirror Cap missing ()

Pass 9 Feb 2021 78,901 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 78,238 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged Mirror cap missing unlikely to cause injury ()

Pass 7 Feb 2019 75,158 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Feb 2018 70,757 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2018 70,757 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Pass 22 Dec 2015 68,861 miles

long brake pedal travel further inspection recommended

Pass 22 Dec 2014 64,939 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 61,165 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 52,922 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 40,211 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 33,888 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 33,888 miles

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

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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YP08 CUA is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 YP08 CUA, 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 YP08 CUA registered?

YP08 CUA is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 26 April 2008.

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