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SW55 GDX

2006 Mazda 2

Silver Diesel 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

131,513 mi
Last recorded131,513 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2016
Typical for 2006 Mazda 252,328 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW55 GDX
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2016 131,513 miles

Parking brake efficiency low,16%

Underside brake pipes greased

Pass 29 Jan 2015 125,763 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 112,085 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 96,926 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 83,537 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Fail 31 Jan 2012 83,537 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 2 Feb 2011 68,458 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

crack on windscreen outwith swept area

Pass 20 Jan 2010 54,557 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2010 54,555 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Feb 2009 40,281 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2009 40,281 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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SW55 GDX is a 2006 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,388cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2006 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 52,328 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 SW55 GDX, 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 20 years old, this Mazda 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SW55 GDX registered?

SW55 GDX is a 2006 Mazda 2, first registered on 31 January 2006.

Is SW55 GDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW55 GDX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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