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Mazda 2

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,349 cc

LD08 VCUMOT history

LD08 VCU is a grey petrol Mazda 2 first used on 27 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 74,598 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2026.

LD08 VCU grey Mazda 2 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 2, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 May 2027
Mileage
74,598 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,418 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 VCU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
2
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,349 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
8 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 VCU was last recorded at 74,598 miles on 8 May 2026, 4,126 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
70,472 miles · 6 May 2025
Between the last two tests
4,126 miles
Average per year
3,418 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,598 miles
  • 2025 – 70,472 miles
  • 2024 – 62,620 miles
  • 2023 – 61,918 miles
  • 2022 – 60,487 miles
  • 2021 – 58,795 miles
  • 2020 – 57,262 miles
  • 2019 – 55,463 miles
  • 2018 – 54,373 miles
  • 2017 – 52,870 miles
  • 2016 – 50,848 miles
  • 2015 – 44,400 miles
  • 2014 – 39,343 miles
  • 2013 – 33,485 miles
  • 2012 – 28,482 miles
  • 2011 – 23,163 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,598 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

19 tests since 20 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,598 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    74,598 miles
    Test number
    510529867498
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  2. Fail74,597 miles (+4,125)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,597 miles
    Test number
    564831806850
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  3. Pass70,472 miles (+7,852)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2026
    Odometer
    70,472 miles
    Test number
    580231651445
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective x2 cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underneath rear suspension
  4. Pass62,620 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2025
    Odometer
    62,620 miles
    Test number
    139701201716
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Fail62,620 miles (+702)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,620 miles
    Test number
    517777425982
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  6. Pass61,918 miles (+1,431)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2024
    Odometer
    61,918 miles
    Test number
    787333645598
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively Cracking/Pershing (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH SIDE (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDE (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass60,487 miles (+1,692)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2023
    Odometer
    60,487 miles
    Test number
    670532985199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre heavily perished between treads
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has slight wear to outer tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass58,795 miles (+1,533)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2022
    Odometer
    58,795 miles
    Test number
    592411767541
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose mirror motor constantly running (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
  9. Pass57,262 miles (+1,799)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2021
    Odometer
    57,262 miles
    Test number
    232680078994
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  10. Pass55,463 miles (+1,090)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    55,463 miles
    Test number
    529834850554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,373 miles (+1,503)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    54,373 miles
    Test number
    267684713105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,870 miles (+2,022)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    52,870 miles
    Test number
    949553929245
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  13. Pass50,848 miles (+6,448)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    50,848 miles
    Test number
    854315723831
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryFront pads wearing low
  14. Pass44,400 miles (+5,057)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    44,400 miles
    Test number
    538925755050
    • NoteEngine management light on
  15. Pass39,343 miles (+5,858)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    39,343 miles
    Test number
    358893594093
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  16. Pass33,485 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    33,485 miles
    Test number
    205017703166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail33,485 miles (+5,003)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,485 miles
    Test number
    379747003154
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  18. Pass28,482 miles (+5,319)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    28,482 miles
    Test number
    545005502114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass23,163 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    23,163 miles
    Test number
    756780611122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 VCU

Does LD08 VCU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 VCU is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 VCU?
The MOT on LD08 VCU is valid until 12 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 VCU done?
LD08 VCU was recorded at 74,598 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2026, an average of 3,418 miles a year.
Has LD08 VCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 VCU has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 8 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LD08 VCU 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 VCU find?
LD08 VCU passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2026 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area both sides.

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