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VU14 HCE

2014 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

38,622 mi
Last recorded38,622 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2014 Mazda 241,037 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU14 HCE
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2014
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 38,622 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 35,210 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre uneven wear

Pass 14 Feb 2024 29,379 miles

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

Fail 14 Feb 2024 29,379 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Jan 2023 25,735 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 23,020 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2022 23,020 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 25 Jan 2021 21,060 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 19,260 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 16,360 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 14,352 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 11,395 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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VU14 HCE is a 2014 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VU14 HCE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU14 HCE registered?

VU14 HCE is a 2014 Mazda 2, first registered on 22 April 2014.

Is VU14 HCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU14 HCE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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