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VU17 OVS

2017 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

39,869 mi
Last recorded39,869 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2017 Mazda 230,742 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU17 OVS
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2017
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 39,869 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2025 34,105 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2024 29,386 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Mar 2024 29,386 miles

Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 25,752 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 21,941 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 18,136 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2021 18,136 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 14,960 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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VU17 OVS is a 2017 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VU17 OVS, 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 VU17 OVS registered?

VU17 OVS is a 2017 Mazda 2, first registered on 1 March 2017.

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The MOT history for VU17 OVS shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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