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L233 SEU

2005 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

27,046 mi
Last recorded27,046 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda 253,521 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL233 SEU
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 27,046 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2025 21,526 miles

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Slight leak around rack boot (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 6 Aug 2025 21,526 miles

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

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Slight leak around rack boot (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 16,273 miles

Offside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack boot very slightly (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 13 Aug 2024 16,264 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack boot very slightly (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 11,466 miles

Brake fluid overfilled. Dampness around filler neck

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Slightly oval/perished/cut. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Slightly oval/perished. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged Slightly oval/perished. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Slight dampness around steering rack boot (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Slightly oval/perished. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 11,398 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 11,094 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 10,755 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 18 Apr 2018 10,755 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 5 Apr 2017 10,296 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 3 May 2016 10,010 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 9,573 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2014 8,820 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 8,820 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 8,109 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 7,236 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 6,329 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 5,566 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 4,462 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 3,426 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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L233 SEU is a 2005 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 L233 SEU, 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.

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What year was L233 SEU registered?

L233 SEU is a 2005 Mazda 2, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is L233 SEU safe to buy?

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