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LA05 EFN

2005 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

72,878 mi
Last recorded72,878 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Mazda 253,521 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA05 EFN
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2017 72,878 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2017 72,769 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 64,687 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

cracks on nearside rear tyre

Pass 19 Nov 2015 64,233 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2014 60,632 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Nov 2014 60,632 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Nov 2013 56,758 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 52,472 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 49,706 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2011 49,706 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2010 46,844 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 45,739 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 33,166 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 33,166 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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LA05 EFN is a 2005 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 LA05 EFN, 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 LA05 EFN registered?

LA05 EFN is a 2005 Mazda 2, first registered on 31 July 2005.

Is LA05 EFN safe to buy?

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