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FT13 GJE

2013 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

96,100 mi
Last recorded96,100 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Mazda 245,631 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT13 GJE
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc
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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 96,100 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2026 95,905 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 31 Mar 2026 95,901 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2025 85,340 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2025 85,339 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 74,834 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front door check strap bolt missing

Fail 26 Mar 2024 74,557 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front door check strap bolt missing

Pass 6 Mar 2023 64,922 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Mar 2023 64,922 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2022 58,780 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Mar 2022 58,769 miles

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 53,452 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 50,032 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2019 46,116 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2019 46,116 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 41,219 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2018 41,219 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Pass 3 Mar 2017 34,384 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 27,166 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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FT13 GJE is a 2013 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

Across all 2013 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 45,631 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 FT13 GJE, 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 13 years old, this Mazda 2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FT13 GJE registered?

FT13 GJE is a 2013 Mazda 2, first registered on 31 July 2013.

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