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OV57 MVJ

2007 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,753 mi
Last recorded52,753 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Mazda 255,555 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV57 MVJ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 52,753 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 51,785 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 50,715 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 49,728 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 48,374 miles

sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 13 Nov 2020 46,396 miles

sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 26 Nov 2019 45,042 miles

sill covers fitted

Fail 19 Nov 2019 45,025 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

sill covers fitted

Pass 27 Nov 2018 42,926 miles

sill covers fitted

Pass 22 Nov 2017 40,070 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Nov 2017 40,068 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Nov 2016 37,504 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2016 37,504 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 34,633 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 32,712 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2013 31,019 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 31,019 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 28,149 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 21,058 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 15 Nov 2010 14,922 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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OV57 MVJ is a 2007 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2007 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 55,555 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 OV57 MVJ, 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 19 years old, this Mazda 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OV57 MVJ registered?

OV57 MVJ is a 2007 Mazda 2, first registered on 22 November 2007.

Is OV57 MVJ safe to buy?

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