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AO55 YKE

2005 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

156,539 mi
Last recorded156,539 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Mazda 253,521 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO55 YKE
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2017 156,539 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system corroded

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear Outer sill damaged

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 21 Nov 2017 156,538 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system corroded

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear Outer sill damaged

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 147,248 miles

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 10 Nov 2016 147,248 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 138,602 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2015 138,602 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front cutting out inner and outer edges

Pass 11 Nov 2014 127,034 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2014 127,033 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 113,611 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 101,597 miles

Offside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both front outer brake pipes have been greased

rear exhaust mount broken

Pass 24 Oct 2011 86,309 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 72,137 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 59,719 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 44,430 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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AO55 YKE is a 2005 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2005 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 53,521 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 AO55 YKE, 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 21 years old, this Mazda 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AO55 YKE is a 2005 Mazda 2, first registered on 21 November 2005.

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