2008 Mazda 2 1.5L Petrol · SA08 XAV
2008 Mazda 2 (1.5L, petrol). First registered 30 Apr 2008. Recorded mileage 93,375 miles. MOT valid until 28 Mar 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA 2
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 93,375 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
SA08 XAV Key Findings
- 20 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 10/03/2026
- 93,375 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SA08 XAV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
20 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mazda 2 (SA08 XAV) between April 2011 and March 2026.
The record contains 16 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 10 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Steering (3 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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: “Nearside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)”.
SA08 XAV Mileage History
- 21/04/201117,770 mi
- 21/04/201117,770 mi
- 05/04/201223,837 mi+6,067 mi
- 18/04/201330,859 mi+7,022 mi
- 18/04/201436,834 mi+5,975 mi
- 17/04/201542,469 mi+5,635 mi
- 17/04/201542,469 mi
- 23/03/201647,742 mi+5,273 mi
- 08/03/201755,140 mi+7,398 mi
- 20/03/201862,349 mi+7,209 mi
- 14/03/201969,330 mi+6,981 mi
- 17/03/202076,050 mi+6,720 mi
- 23/03/202181,709 mi+5,659 mi
- 29/03/202285,134 mi+3,425 mi
- 24/03/202386,943 mi+1,809 mi
- 14/03/202489,522 mi+2,579 mi
- 28/03/202591,634 mi+2,112 mi
- 28/03/202591,634 mi
- 09/03/202693,375 mi+1,741 mi
- 10/03/202693,375 mi
Average of roughly 5,079 miles per year across 20 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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