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LM05 EXT

2005 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

41,553 mi
Last recorded41,553 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda 253,521 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM05 EXT
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 41,553 miles

Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Jan 2025 40,023 miles

Front headlamps deteriorated

N/s/r tyre deteriorated 195/50/15

Rear axle bushes deteriorated

Pass 28 Feb 2024 39,522 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2023 38,887 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded x 2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Dec 2021 38,168 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 37,662 miles

2 x headlamps deteriorated

2 x rear coil springs corroded

2 x registration plates deteriorated

Pass 22 Feb 2020 36,919 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective front both slightly clouded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

steering rack damp

Pass 8 Oct 2018 34,518 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 32,849 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 31,297 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 29,338 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 27,556 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 25,973 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

brake pedal rubber wearing on edge

o/s/f wiper streaky

rear outer tyre walls cracking

Pass 10 Oct 2012 23,741 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2012 23,741 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Oct 2011 21,194 miles

n/s front tyre has some sidewall damage

Pass 1 Oct 2010 18,810 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 16,735 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 14,216 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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LM05 EXT is a 2005 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 LM05 EXT, 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 LM05 EXT registered?

LM05 EXT is a 2005 Mazda 2, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is LM05 EXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM05 EXT shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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