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LV54 EDU

2004 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

145,309 mi
Last recorded145,309 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Mazda 255,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV54 EDU
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 145,309 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Dec 2025 145,306 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 141,358 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2024 141,355 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 137,106 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2022 132,017 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 126,401 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2020 122,212 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box very thin (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2019 118,754 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 115,127 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

centre & rear exhaust heatshields partially insecure

Fail 13 Dec 2018 115,127 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

centre & rear exhaust heatshields partially insecure

Pass 6 Dec 2017 110,822 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

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

front brake discs wearing thin

heatshield partially insecure

Pass 7 Dec 2016 105,265 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2016 105,265 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 97,446 miles

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

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

rear heatshield partially insecure

slight coolant leak from thermostat housing

Fail 2 Dec 2015 97,423 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

rear heatshield partially insecure

slight coolant leak from thermostat housing

Pass 17 Dec 2014 88,525 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

minor coolant leak

Pass 30 Dec 2013 79,285 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 69,233 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 61,295 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 50,690 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2009 42,574 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 36,487 miles

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

Fail 21 Jan 2009 36,487 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 23 Jan 2008 23,008 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2008 23,008 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)

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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LV54 EDU is a 2004 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 2004 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 55,318 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 LV54 EDU, 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 22 years old, this Mazda 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LV54 EDU registered?

LV54 EDU is a 2004 Mazda 2, first registered on 28 September 2004.

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