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VU54 XXA

2004 Mazda 2

Blue Diesel 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

99,893 mi
Last recorded99,893 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2021
Typical for 2004 Mazda 255,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU54 XXA
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2021 99,893 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 97,243 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 93,430 miles

Rear Inner sills corroding

Rear axle bushes in poor condition

Pass 31 Aug 2018 88,657 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 29 Aug 2018 88,644 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 84,568 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2017 84,556 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 78,538 miles

front brake discs worn

slight front brake imbalance (27%)

Pass 29 Aug 2015 71,862 miles

rear tyres slightly worn on edge

Pass 23 Aug 2014 61,191 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 54,311 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 47,966 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 43,022 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 37,655 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 32,249 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 28,081 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 23,836 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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VU54 XXA is a 2004 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2004 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 55,318 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 VU54 XXA, 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 22 years old, this Mazda 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VU54 XXA registered?

VU54 XXA is a 2004 Mazda 2, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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