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SM14 XBL

2014 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

83,260 mi
Last recorded83,260 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2014 Mazda 241,037 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM14 XBL
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2014
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 83,260 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 77,438 miles

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

Rear axle corroded

Fail 24 Jun 2025 77,438 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Rear axle corroded

Pass 25 Jun 2024 72,964 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2024 72,964 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn On inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn On inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both inner pads on front axle (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety Engine sump porous (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jun 2023 69,587 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 66,002 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 61,774 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 57,614 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 49,872 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Mar 2019 49,872 miles

Rear Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 44,223 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 34,984 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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SM14 XBL is a 2014 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2014 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 41,037 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 SM14 XBL, 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 12 years old, this Mazda 2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SM14 XBL registered?

SM14 XBL is a 2014 Mazda 2, first registered on 26 July 2014.

Is SM14 XBL safe to buy?

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