BK08 SYC

2008 MAZDA — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
MAZDA
Year
2008
Fuel
PETROL
Colour
RED
Engine
1998 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Taxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Valid
MOT due
7 October 2026 (114 days away)
Last recorded mileage
29,795 mi

AI verdict AVOID 45/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2008 Mazda has 19 MOT tests on record with a 79% pass rate and 29,795 miles. The vehicle's age and recurring mechanical advisories make it a high-risk purchase.

The vehicle shows a critical mileage anomaly: 29,795 miles over 18 years (Jan 2008 to Oct 2025), followed by only 125 miles in the last 12 months, indicating a severe and unexplained usage change.

Things to check

  • DANGEROUS defect: Tyres worn close to legal limit (Oct 2020) escalated to dangerous failure (Nov 2024).
  • Recurring suspension arm ball joint wear: MINOR advisory (Oct 2020) escalated to MAJOR failure (Nov 2024).
  • Critical mileage anomaly: 29,795 miles over 18 years, then only 125 miles in the last 12 months (Oct 2025).
  • Service gaps: No MOT recorded for 2022 and 2023, indicating periods of unverified roadworthiness.

Working in its favour

  • Valid MOT until October 2026, indicating current roadworthiness.
  • No major structural corrosion or brake failures recorded in its history.
  • Consistent annual mileage for the first 10 years (2018-2023)

Mileage history

Jul 2011: 29,795 mi PASSFeb 2012: 32,080 mi PASSFeb 2013: 37,044 mi PASSNov 2013: 41,082 mi PASSNov 2014: 46,023 mi PASSNov 2014: 46,023 mi FAILNov 2015: 50,083 mi PASSNov 2016: 53,312 mi PASSNov 2017: 58,168 mi FAILNov 2017: 58,352 mi PASSNov 2018: 63,379 mi PASSNov 2019: 68,728 mi PASSOct 2020: 77,896 mi PASSSep 2021: 88,113 mi FAILSep 2021: 88,113 mi PASSMar 2024: 92,614 mi PASSNov 2024: 101,121 mi FAILNov 2024: 101,127 mi PASSOct 2025: 101,252 mi PASS101k66k30kJul 2011Oct 2025

MOT test history — 15/19 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Jul 2011 PASS 29,795 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Feb 2012 PASS 32,080 mi None recorded
Feb 2013 PASS 37,044 mi None recorded
Nov 2013 PASS 41,082 mi None recorded
Nov 2014 PASS 46,023 mi
ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nov 2014 FAIL 46,023 mi
PRS Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nov 2015 PASS 50,083 mi None recorded
Nov 2016 PASS 53,312 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn low on 3mm middle tread (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn low on 3mm middle tread (4.1.E.1)
Nov 2017 FAIL 58,168 mi
FAIL Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Nov 2017 PASS 58,352 mi None recorded
Nov 2018 PASS 63,379 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Nov 2019 PASS 68,728 mi
ADVISORY Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Oct 2020 PASS 77,896 mi
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
MINOR Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
MINOR Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Sep 2021 FAIL 88,113 mi
PRS Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
Sep 2021 PASS 88,113 mi None recorded
Mar 2024 PASS 92,614 mi None recorded
Nov 2024 FAIL 101,121 mi
DANGEROUS Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (5.2.3 (e))
MAJOR Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
MINOR Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Nov 2024 PASS 101,127 mi
MINOR Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Oct 2025 PASS 101,252 mi
MINOR Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Want the full report on BK08 SYC?

Live valuation, running costs, negotiation points and seller questions — free, in 60 seconds.

Run a free live check →

About this page

This page shows public vehicle data for registration BK08 SYC, sourced from official DVLA and DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026. It contains no information about the vehicle's owner or keeper. The AI verdict is generated from the MOT record and known model issues; it is guidance, not a professional inspection. If you are connected to this vehicle and want this page removed, use remove my vehicle — removal is immediate.