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Mazda 2

Yellow · Petrol · 2008 · 1,349 cc

LD08 VBYMOT history

LD08 VBY is a yellow petrol Mazda 2 first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 60,893 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2026.

LD08 VBY yellow Mazda 2 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 2, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
60,893 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,568 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 VBY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
2
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,349 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 VBY was last recorded at 60,893 miles on 23 Mar 2026, 125 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,768 miles · 17 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
125 miles
Average per year
2,568 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,893 miles
  • 2025 – 57,746 miles
  • 2023 – 57,699 miles
  • 2022 – 57,693 miles
  • 2021 – 56,947 miles
  • 2020 – 56,862 miles
  • 2019 – 55,583 miles
  • 2018 – 53,801 miles
  • 2017 – 51,837 miles
  • 2016 – 49,304 miles
  • 2015 – 47,213 miles
  • 2014 – 45,448 miles
  • 2013 – 44,331 miles
  • 2012 – 22,763 miles
  • 2011 – 22,384 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,893 miles
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm back bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Tyre perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 25 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,893 miles (+125)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    60,893 miles
    Test number
    305661370618
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm back bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail60,768 miles (+3,022)3 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,768 miles
    Test number
    401989886487
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed perished deep enough to reach cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed perished deep enough to reach cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge and tread breaking up (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm back bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass57,746 miles (+47)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    57,746 miles
    Test number
    177616387523
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass57,699 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    57,699 miles
    Test number
    805373130491
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre perishing

  5. Fail57,698 miles (+5)1 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,698 miles
    Test number
    816064020227
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 185/5515 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre perishing

  6. Pass57,693 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    57,693 miles
    Test number
    124737607623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail57,693 miles (+746)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,693 miles
    Test number
    410297125881
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  8. Pass56,947 miles (+3)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2022
    Odometer
    56,947 miles
    Test number
    391866029875
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail56,944 miles (+82)1 dangerous3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,944 miles
    Test number
    566627994316
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass56,862 miles (+1,279)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    56,862 miles
    Test number
    795951954381
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass55,583 miles (+1,782)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    55,583 miles
    Test number
    942027267618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass53,801 miles (+1,964)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    53,801 miles
    Test number
    432475903935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass51,837 miles (+2,533)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    51,837 miles
    Test number
    350934355065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,304 miles (+2,091)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    49,304 miles
    Test number
    271937345036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass47,213 miles (+1,765)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    47,213 miles
    Test number
    189414785498
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass45,448 miles (+1,117)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    45,448 miles
    Test number
    875620774091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass44,331 miles (+21,568)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    44,331 miles
    Test number
    129834073047
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass22,763 miles (+379)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    22,763 miles
    Test number
    127792762492
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteWipers splits

  19. Pass22,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    22,384 miles
    Test number
    767604181015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 VBY

Does LD08 VBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 VBY is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 VBY?
The MOT on LD08 VBY is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 VBY done?
LD08 VBY was recorded at 60,893 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2026, an average of 2,568 miles a year.
Has LD08 VBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 VBY has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LD08 VBY ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LD08 VBY find?
LD08 VBY passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm back bushes.

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