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FY55 MSX

2005 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

85,133 mi
Last recorded85,133 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mazda 253,521 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 MSX
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 85,133 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2024 82,849 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2023 76,083 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Dec 2023 76,083 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 69,928 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2022 69,928 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2021 65,885 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 63,234 miles

Nearside Rear reading low brake inspection needed reading low

Pass 22 Nov 2019 60,003 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2019 60,003 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2018 55,498 miles

front brake discs corroding on inside face

Pass 1 Dec 2017 50,556 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2017 50,556 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Dec 2016 46,720 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 42,846 miles

nail in o/s front tyre

Pass 5 Dec 2014 39,017 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 34,909 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 30,837 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 24,758 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2010 16,540 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 12,072 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 7,427 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 7,034 miles

Tyres wearing on inner edges

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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FY55 MSX is a 2005 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FY55 MSX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FY55 MSX registered?

FY55 MSX is a 2005 Mazda 2, first registered on 5 October 2005.

Is FY55 MSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY55 MSX shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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