2008 Mazda 2 1.3L Petrol · LP08 DPX
2008 Mazda 2 (1.3L, petrol). First registered 30 Jun 2008. Recorded mileage 65,062 miles. MOT valid until 07 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA 2
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 65,062 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LP08 DPX Key Findings
- 21 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/06/2026
- 65,062 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LP08 DPX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
21 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mazda 2 (LP08 DPX) between June 2011 and June 2026.
The record contains 16 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 02 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Bodywork (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
LP08 DPX Mileage History
- 21/06/201116,601 mi
- 22/06/201116,082 mi-519 mi
- 21/06/201221,345 mi+5,263 mi
- 17/06/201325,406 mi+4,061 mi
- 25/06/201430,075 mi+4,669 mi
- 23/06/201533,793 mi+3,718 mi
- 14/06/201637,601 mi+3,808 mi
- 27/06/201740,843 mi+3,242 mi
- 28/06/201844,856 mi+4,013 mi
- 21/05/201948,731 mi+3,875 mi
- 21/05/201948,731 mi
- 03/11/202050,354 mi+1,623 mi
- 07/06/202150,497 mi+143 mi
- 09/06/202150,497 mi
- 16/05/202256,267 mi+5,770 mi
- 16/05/202256,267 mi
- 22/05/202362,676 mi+6,409 mi
- 14/05/202463,559 mi+883 mi
- 27/05/202564,692 mi+1,133 mi
- 30/05/202564,693 mi+1 mi
- 02/06/202665,062 mi+369 mi
Average of roughly 3,242 miles per year across 21 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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