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GV17 HLO

2017 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

96,205 mi
Last recorded96,205 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2017 Mazda 230,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV17 HLO
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 96,205 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 16 Sep 2024 80,292 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 16 Sep 2024 80,292 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 12 Sep 2023 66,947 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 8 Sep 2022 57,173 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 47,412 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 40,486 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020

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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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GV17 HLO is a 2017 Mazda 2 in Red 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 GV17 HLO, 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 GV17 HLO registered?

GV17 HLO is a 2017 Mazda 2, first registered on 27 June 2017.

Is GV17 HLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV17 HLO 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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