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RJ57 MLX

2007 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

113,264 mi
Last recorded113,264 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2022
Typical for 2007 Mazda 255,555 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ57 MLX
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2022 113,264 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 107,994 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s/f and both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

exhaust flexi damaged

Fail 11 Jan 2021 107,994 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively fronts (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

exhaust flexi damaged

Pass 17 Jul 2019 97,317 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2019 97,317 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

coolant leak

Pass 3 Jul 2018 88,083 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2018 88,083 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 77,212 miles

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

Fail 28 Jun 2017 77,212 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge close to cords

Pass 21 Jul 2016 69,205 miles

Both front brake discs are slightly worn and corroded on the inside faces

Pass 30 Sep 2015 66,395 miles

Corrosion in general on exhaust system

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill panel (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 59,388 miles

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

nearside rear wheel noisey when rotated

Pass 30 Sep 2013 53,518 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 47,648 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 41,065 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 34,406 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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RJ57 MLX is a 2007 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 RJ57 MLX, 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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RJ57 MLX is a 2007 Mazda 2, first registered on 27 September 2007.

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