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SM17 VTG

2017 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2025
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

97,906 mi
Last recorded97,906 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2024
Typical for 2017 Mazda 230,742 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM17 VTG
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2017
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2024 97,906 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2024 97,906 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Dec 2024 97,878 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Dec 2023 83,795 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2022 66,897 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 23 Dec 2021 50,199 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 37,496 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2020

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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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SM17 VTG is a 2017 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2017 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 30,742 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 SM17 VTG, 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 9 years old, this Mazda 2 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SM17 VTG registered?

SM17 VTG is a 2017 Mazda 2, first registered on 29 June 2017.

Is SM17 VTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM17 VTG shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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