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MD55 XSJ

2006 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

28,712 mi
Last recorded28,712 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Mazda 252,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD55 XSJ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 28,712 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2025 28,712 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2024 27,944 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FROM FLEXY (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Fuel hose deteriorated TWO FUEL PIPES LOCATED JUST IN FRONT OF TANK CORRODED (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Fail 30 Jul 2024 27,940 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FROM FLEXY (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Fuel hose deteriorated TWO FUEL PIPES LOCATED JUST IN FRONT OF TANK CORRODED (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2023 26,770 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 26,752 miles

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

Fail 20 Jul 2022 26,750 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH FRONT (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2021 26,672 miles

Nearside mirror missing

Pass 27 Aug 2020 26,578 miles

Nearside Front wire fouling drop link

Fail 27 Aug 2020 26,578 miles

Nearside Front wire fouling drop link

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 26,079 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2019 26,079 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect BOTH (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed OUTER WALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Aug 2018 25,344 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 24,581 miles

Both headlight beam patterns could be sharper

Pass 9 Aug 2016 23,843 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 23,144 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 22,063 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 20,929 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 19,291 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 17,483 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 15,033 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 11,527 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2009 11,527 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.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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MD55 XSJ is a 2006 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2006 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 52,328 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 MD55 XSJ, 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 20 years old, this Mazda 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MD55 XSJ registered?

MD55 XSJ is a 2006 Mazda 2, first registered on 31 January 2006.

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