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YR08 MTZ

2008 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1348cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

64,215 mi
Last recorded64,215 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 MTZ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,348cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 64,215 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Mar 2025 62,423 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

general underside corrosion

Pass 14 Mar 2024 60,680 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

general underside corrosion

Pass 15 Mar 2023 57,877 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both n/s and o/s perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

general underside corrosion at rear

Pass 15 Mar 2022 55,479 miles

general underside corrosion at rear

Fail 15 Mar 2022 55,479 miles

general underside corrosion at rear

Nearside Rear Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability wishbone bolt loose (5.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 53,577 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 51,875 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2020 51,875 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2019 48,979 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 46,433 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 43,442 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 40,229 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

rear wiper blade deteriated

Pass 24 Mar 2015 36,435 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 30,587 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 24,428 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 18,326 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 12,690 miles

boot wont open from outside

rear wiper blade rubber deteriated

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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YR08 MTZ is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,348cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YR08 MTZ, 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 YR08 MTZ registered?

YR08 MTZ is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is YR08 MTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR08 MTZ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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