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M5 VLS

2023 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

25,172 mi
Last recorded25,172 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 VLS
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2023
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 25,172 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 41,050 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2024 38,737 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2023 36,073 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2022 64,365 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2021 32,754 miles

Exhaust heat shield insecure at rear

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 61,968 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 17 Aug 2020 61,968 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 May 2019 28,655 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2018 24,655 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 21,769 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 18,981 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 17,084 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014 14,732 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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M5 VLS is a 2023 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 M5 VLS, 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 3 years old, this Mazda 2 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was M5 VLS registered?

M5 VLS is a 2023 Mazda 2, first registered on 28 March 2023.

Is M5 VLS safe to buy?

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