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GM05 SSM

2007 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2026
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

129,929 mi
Last recorded129,929 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Mazda 255,555 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM05 SSM
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Fail 26 Jan 2026 129,929 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Jan 2025 121,127 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Jan 2025 121,118 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2024 113,610 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Jan 2024 113,607 miles

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

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2022 106,707 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2022 106,705 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Dec 2021 101,409 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2021 101,409 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded center (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edg (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Dec 2020 97,178 miles

eml light on

Pass 11 Jun 2019 93,561 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Jun 2019 93,561 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 87,764 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2018 87,764 miles

Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2017 80,848 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 80,848 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 73,698 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 70,630 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre at approx. 2.5mm

Pass 28 Nov 2014 61,946 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 54,054 miles

heat shield insecure

Fail 26 Nov 2013 54,054 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

heat shield insecure

Pass 20 Nov 2012 45,097 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 35,506 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2010 24,846 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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GM05 SSM is a 2007 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2007 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 55,555 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 GM05 SSM, 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 19 years old, this Mazda 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GM05 SSM registered?

GM05 SSM is a 2007 Mazda 2, first registered on 7 December 2007.

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