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PE04 VHM

2004 Mazda 2

Blue Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2017
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

106,126 mi
Last recorded106,126 miles
Recorded on17 May 2016
Typical for 2004 Mazda 255,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE04 VHM
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 May 2016 106,126 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2015 103,267 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 103,267 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 97,087 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 97,083 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 95,818 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Diesel injector chuffing.

Front to rear brake pipe corroded.

N/s/r and o/s/r tyre,outer side walls perished.

Fail 12 Apr 2013 95,805 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Diesel injector chuffing.

Front to rear brake pipe corroded.

N/s/r and o/s/r tyre,outer side walls perished.

Pass 23 Mar 2012 89,537 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2012 89,537 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2011 83,524 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 77,560 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 77,560 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 64,075 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 64,075 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Feb 2008 43,410 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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PE04 VHM is a 2004 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 PE04 VHM, 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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PE04 VHM is a 2004 Mazda 2, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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