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CE05 VDR

2005 Mazda 2

Silver Diesel 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

105,992 mi
Last recorded105,992 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda 253,521 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE05 VDR
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 105,992 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axel (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2025 102,154 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

rear axle rusty

Pass 13 Feb 2024 98,412 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

unable to see front brake pads

Fail 13 Feb 2024 98,412 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

unable to see front brake pads

Pass 1 Feb 2023 95,039 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 91,731 miles

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

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 87,781 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 83,844 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 79,046 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2019 79,046 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 9 Mar 2018 74,647 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2018 74,647 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 70,530 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 64,053 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 59,145 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 55,511 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 52,318 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 49,477 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 49,477 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 40,014 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2011 40,014 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 4 Mar 2010 33,710 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 33,709 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Feb 2009 28,334 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2009 28,334 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 3 Mar 2008 20,253 miles

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

Fail 3 Mar 2008 20,245 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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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CE05 VDR is a 2005 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

Across all 2005 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 53,521 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 CE05 VDR, 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 21 years old, this Mazda 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CE05 VDR registered?

CE05 VDR is a 2005 Mazda 2, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is CE05 VDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE05 VDR shows 27 tests with a 70.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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