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HV57 VBN

2007 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

155,468 mi
Last recorded155,468 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Mazda 255,555 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV57 VBN
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 155,468 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

general age related corrosion noticed and advised

Fail 29 Dec 2025 155,468 miles

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

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

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

general age related corrosion noticed and advised

Pass 19 Dec 2024 146,631 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Dec 2024 146,631 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2024 139,498 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 139,308 miles

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

Fail 7 Feb 2023 139,302 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2022 138,546 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2021 134,040 miles

Brake pedal spongy in operation, but still have a reserve travel

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

offside rear door damaged - still operational, secure and not causing risk of injury

Pass 4 Feb 2020 131,653 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view few stone chips, wiper marks (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Feb 2020 131,653 miles

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

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

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view few stone chips, wiper marks (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2019 123,370 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 16 Feb 2019 123,370 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 12 Feb 2018 110,125 miles

both front tyre low

Pass 4 Feb 2017 93,580 miles

w/screen scratched & chipped//osr tyre kerbed

Pass 13 Feb 2016 82,326 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 13 Feb 2016 82,326 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 71,465 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2015 71,465 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Feb 2014 60,357 miles

nearside rear tyre damaged on outter sidewall

Fail 27 Feb 2014 60,357 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nearside rear tyre damaged on outter sidewall

Pass 19 Feb 2013 47,731 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 36,529 miles

rear tyres 2mm

Pass 13 Oct 2010 31,004 miles

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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HV57 VBN is a 2007 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HV57 VBN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HV57 VBN registered?

HV57 VBN is a 2007 Mazda 2, first registered on 15 September 2007.

Is HV57 VBN safe to buy?

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