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DV05 XXE

2005 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,026 mi
Last recorded86,026 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mazda 253,521 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV05 XXE
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 86,026 miles

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

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 light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 10 Dec 2024 83,668 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2024 83,668 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2023 82,338 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 81,697 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2021 79,635 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 77,741 miles

Offside Front shocker dust cover split/perished

Pass 14 Jun 2019 71,852 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Pass 16 Jun 2018 68,542 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Pass 31 May 2017 66,303 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber dust boot split

Slight oil leak

Fail 30 May 2017 66,297 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber dust boot split

Slight oil leak

Pass 13 Jun 2016 62,646 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 62,646 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 57,044 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2014 50,527 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2013 45,886 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both rear springs corrodded

Pass 21 Jun 2013 45,886 miles

both rear springs corrodded

Pass 20 Jun 2012 40,246 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 34,091 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 26,597 miles

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

brake pads not seen to check

offside rear tyre cracking in tread

Fail 21 Jun 2010 26,597 miles

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

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

brake pads not seen to check

offside rear tyre cracking in tread

Pass 27 May 2009 20,057 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 13,672 miles

N/S WIPER BLADE TORN

Fail 19 May 2008 13,672 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

N/S WIPER BLADE TORN

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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DV05 XXE is a 2005 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DV05 XXE, 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.

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What year was DV05 XXE registered?

DV05 XXE is a 2005 Mazda 2, first registered on 31 May 2005.

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