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A23 SHB

2009 Mazda 2

White Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

126,110 mi
Last recorded126,110 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Mazda 259,522 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA23 SHB
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 126,110 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH SIDES - GLAZED OVER (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TREAD DEPTH 2MM (195/45R16) (DOT4323 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TREAD DEPTH 3MM (195/45R16) (DOT4323 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn BOTH SIDES - PERISHING/DETERIORATING (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Mar 2026 126,110 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure INNER SIDEWALL) - (195/45R16) - (DOT2822) - TREAD 5MM (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH SIDES - GLAZED OVER (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TREAD DEPTH 2MM (195/45R16) (DOT4323 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TREAD DEPTH 3MM (195/45R16) (DOT4323 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn BOTH SIDES - PERISHING/DETERIORATING (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2025 118,371 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2024 107,384 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Jan 2024 107,384 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 97,131 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2022 94,666 miles

both rear tyres cracking in between tread

Pass 20 Feb 2021 91,757 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2020 87,594 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Feb 2020 87,594 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2019 80,601 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 Feb 2018 72,520 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 17 Feb 2018 72,518 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 Feb 2017 64,670 miles

Slight Play In Nearside Front Steering Sidearm.

Pass 25 Feb 2016 54,083 miles

both rear tyres poor and close to limit

Pass 19 Feb 2015 46,119 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Tyres starting to crack on tread.

Pass 24 Feb 2014 39,326 miles

rear tyres starting to crack

Pass 20 Feb 2013 30,853 miles

front tyres worn on edges

offside rear tyre worn on edge

Pass 22 Feb 2012 21,993 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 2?

Based on 1,902,862 MOT tests across 147,013 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
5,024
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
147,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,380
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 16,451
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A23 SHB is a 2009 Mazda 2 in White with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2009 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 59,522 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 18,380 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A23 SHB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 2 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 17 years old, this Mazda 2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A23 SHB registered?

A23 SHB is a 2009 Mazda 2, first registered on 26 February 2009.

Is A23 SHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A23 SHB shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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