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FV17 FBJ

2017 Mazda 2

White Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

41,477 mi
Last recorded41,477 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2017 Mazda 230,742 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV17 FBJ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 41,477 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective oxidation (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective oxidation (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 May 2026 41,477 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective oxidation (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective oxidation (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 May 2025 37,406 miles
Fail 6 May 2025 37,404 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 May 2024 32,015 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped / corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3-4mm remaining (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective oxidation (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped / corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3-4mm remaining (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective oxidation (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 May 2023 29,100 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped / slight corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm remaining (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.1mm remaining (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.8mm remaining (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped / slight corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm remaining (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm remaining (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.8mm remaining (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 May 2022 25,491 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 21,595 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.3mm remaining (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 May 2021 21,595 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.3mm remaining (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 15 May 2020 17,879 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 May 2020 17,879 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear wiper blade split

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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FV17 FBJ is a 2017 Mazda 2 in White with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 FV17 FBJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV17 FBJ registered?

FV17 FBJ is a 2017 Mazda 2, first registered on 31 May 2017.

Is FV17 FBJ safe to buy?

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