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FX55 VTG

2005 Mazda 2

Grey Diesel 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

42,602 mi
Last recorded42,602 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Mazda 253,521 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX55 VTG
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 42,602 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 32,512 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2024 32,501 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH FRONT (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 Apr 2024 32,501 miles

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH FRONT (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 32,495 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

injector blowing

Fail 16 Nov 2020 32,487 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

injector blowing

Pass 20 Nov 2019 32,214 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre cracking on tread to sidewall

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Nov 2019 32,214 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre cracking on tread to sidewall

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 31,522 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 30,645 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 29,323 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2016 29,323 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2015 27,726 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 26,159 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 24,171 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2012 22,469 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 22,469 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 20,699 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2010 18,885 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2009 16,987 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2009 16,986 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2008 14,143 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2008 14,143 miles

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

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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FX55 VTG is a 2005 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,388cc diesel 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 FX55 VTG, 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 FX55 VTG registered?

FX55 VTG is a 2005 Mazda 2, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is FX55 VTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX55 VTG shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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