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AB57 TAB

2017 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

54,395 mi
Last recorded54,395 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2017 Mazda 230,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB57 TAB
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 54,395 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 May 2026 54,395 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2025 45,972 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 37,828 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2023 26,967 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 15,983 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 8,335 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 7,013 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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AB57 TAB is a 2017 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 30,742 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AB57 TAB, 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 9 years old, this Mazda 2 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AB57 TAB registered?

AB57 TAB is a 2017 Mazda 2, first registered on 7 July 2017.

Is AB57 TAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB57 TAB shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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