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BN05 YFH

2005 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2024
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

108,747 mi
Last recorded108,747 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 Mazda 253,521 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 YFH
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2023 108,747 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 107,050 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 105,587 miles

Coolant leak ()

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 11 Jun 2021 105,587 miles

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

Coolant leak ()

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 104,286 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 102,359 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2019 102,359 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Jun 2018 99,572 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 May 2017 97,151 miles
Fail 31 May 2017 97,151 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 May 2016 93,848 miles

Front wipers split

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 30 Apr 2015 90,221 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 90,221 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 86,551 miles
Fail 22 May 2014 86,551 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 78,857 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 70,437 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 70,437 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 59,893 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 50,399 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2009 38,877 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 38,877 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 28,215 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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BN05 YFH is a 2005 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 BN05 YFH, 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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What year was BN05 YFH registered?

BN05 YFH is a 2005 Mazda 2, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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