CarVerify

Free Car Check

LX05 XZY

2005 Mazda 2

Blue Diesel 1400cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

118,968 mi
Last recorded118,968 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Mazda 253,521 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 XZY
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,400cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2019 118,968 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Jan 2019 118,968 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2018 109,095 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 8 Jan 2018 109,079 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 102,689 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 94,598 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jan 2015 84,062 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 77,348 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2013 68,310 miles

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

Gearbox lower mount worn

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 Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Water in OSR lamp

Pass 14 Jan 2013 68,310 miles

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

Gearbox lower mount worn

Water in OSR lamp

Pass 16 Jan 2012 58,644 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 47,208 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 38,758 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

tyre walls damaged

Fail 23 Jan 2009 30,617 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Jan 2009 30,617 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 23,725 miles

both front tyres inner edges

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
Full Mazda 2 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LX05 XZY is a 2005 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LX05 XZY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LX05 XZY?

You can check the full history of LX05 XZY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LX05 XZY registered?

LX05 XZY is a 2005 Mazda 2, first registered on 5 March 2005.

Is LX05 XZY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX05 XZY shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LX05 XZY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LX05 XZY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.