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YT58 APU

2008 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2025
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

77,310 mi
Last recorded77,310 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT58 APU
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2024 77,310 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2024 77,305 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 70,704 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Dec 2023 70,704 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2022 62,293 miles

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

Rear suspension corroded through out

Pass 9 Dec 2021 60,311 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Dec 2021 60,311 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle boot (6.2.3 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 59,143 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2020 59,143 miles

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 56,679 miles

Offside Front head lamp glazed

Fail 24 Oct 2019 56,679 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 185/55r15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front head lamp glazed

Pass 7 Aug 2018 52,007 miles

Unable to open Boot lid

Fail 7 Aug 2018 52,007 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Unable to open Boot lid

Pass 23 Feb 2017 46,439 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2017 46,439 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 41,664 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2015 41,664 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 37,377 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyre cracking in tread patterns

front wiper blades need rechecking, when front washers working..

Fail 10 Oct 2014 37,258 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyre cracking in tread patterns

front wiper blades need rechecking, when front washers working..

Pass 14 Feb 2013 30,961 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 21,422 miles

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

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

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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YT58 APU is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YT58 APU, 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 YT58 APU registered?

YT58 APU is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 4 September 2008.

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