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GU17 VLT

2017 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

49,807 mi
Last recorded49,807 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2017 Mazda 230,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU17 VLT
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 49,807 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 42,403 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 36,511 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing and cracking 185 65 15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Mar 2023 31,272 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 27,399 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge, 2mm-3mm across tread 185 65 15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Mar 2021 22,335 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres wearing inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 13,853 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2020 13,853 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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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GU17 VLT is a 2017 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GU17 VLT, 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 GU17 VLT registered?

GU17 VLT is a 2017 Mazda 2, first registered on 23 May 2017.

Is GU17 VLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU17 VLT shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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