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YD08 OTJ

2008 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

112,011 mi
Last recorded112,011 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda 263,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD08 OTJ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc
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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 112,011 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2026 112,011 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2025 101,214 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2025 101,212 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2024 96,043 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2023 92,455 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2023 92,454 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Feb 2022 90,663 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 87,094 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 83,776 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 77,725 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 71,778 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 65,426 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 59,585 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 53,610 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 46,092 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 38,528 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2012 31,211 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 21,829 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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YD08 OTJ is a 2008 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 YD08 OTJ, 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 YD08 OTJ registered?

YD08 OTJ is a 2008 Mazda 2, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is YD08 OTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD08 OTJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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