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CU05 RXK

2005 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

58,665 mi
Last recorded58,665 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Mazda 253,521 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU05 RXK
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 58,665 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Aug 2025 58,665 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexible pipe and tailpipe in poor condition (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2024 57,083 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 55,672 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2023 55,672 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jul 2022 52,897 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2022 52,897 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 48,512 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 46,648 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 43,686 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2019 43,686 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 39,978 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 36,916 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2017 36,916 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 32,901 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 32,901 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 29,262 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

o/s/r tyre slight cracking in side wall

slight damage to n/s/f tyre outer side wall

Pass 2 Jun 2014 24,918 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 19,131 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 14,599 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2012 14,108 miles

Hazard warning switch insecure (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2012 14,108 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 12,533 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 11,083 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2009 9,313 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2009 9,313 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 6,489 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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CU05 RXK is a 2005 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 CU05 RXK, 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 CU05 RXK registered?

CU05 RXK is a 2005 Mazda 2, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is CU05 RXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU05 RXK shows 27 tests with a 70.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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