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Mazda 2

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,400 cc

L35 AJRMOT history

L35 AJR is a grey diesel Mazda 2 first used on 29 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 3 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 79,856 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2026.

L35 AJR grey Mazda 2 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 2, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Feb 2027
Mileage
79,856 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,067 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L35 AJR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
2
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L35 AJR was last recorded at 79,856 miles on 26 Jan 2026, 1,501 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,355 miles · 28 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,501 miles
Average per year
3,067 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,856 miles
  • 2025 – 78,355 miles
  • 2024 – 76,550 miles
  • 2023 – 74,671 miles
  • 2022 – 72,948 miles
  • 2021 – 71,179 miles
  • 2020 – 69,859 miles
  • 2019 – 67,884 miles
  • 2018 – 65,699 miles
  • 2017 – 63,456 miles
  • 2016 – 61,717 miles
  • 2015 – 60,226 miles
  • 2014 – 58,816 miles
  • 2013 – 57,491 miles
  • 2012 – 55,768 miles
  • 2011 – 54,238 miles
  • 2010 – 52,356 miles
  • 2009 – 40,414 miles
  • 2008 – 25,425 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,856 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH sides of vehicle (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked [one corner] (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded [to flexi hose pipe] (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded [along floor pan to rear flexi hose pipe] (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNote;- Front bumper lower "bib" insecure[nearside corner]
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded [to flexi hose pipe] (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded [from flexi hose pipe to wheel cylinder] (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Note;- BOTH Rear shock absorber upper damper & outer cover deteriorated/worn
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

Full MOT history

26 tests since 28 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,856 miles3 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    79,856 miles
    Test number
    413973818196
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH sides of vehicle (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked [one corner] (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded [to flexi hose pipe] (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded [along floor pan to rear flexi hose pipe] (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNote;- Front bumper lower "bib" insecure[nearside corner]
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded [to flexi hose pipe] (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded [from flexi hose pipe to wheel cylinder] (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Note;- BOTH Rear shock absorber upper damper & outer cover deteriorated/worn
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  2. Fail79,856 miles (+1,501)1 dangerous1 major3 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,856 miles
    Test number
    824598474090
    • DangerousExhaust shields[front & rear] on underside of vehicleinsecure
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak NO COOLANT in Expansion tank??
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH sides of vehicle (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked [one corner] (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded [to flexi hose pipe] (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded [along floor pan to rear flexi hose pipe] (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNote;- Front bumper lower "bib" insecure[nearside corner]
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded [to flexi hose pipe] (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded [from flexi hose pipe to wheel cylinder] (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  3. Pass78,355 miles (+1,805)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    78,355 miles
    Test number
    464380817351
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH sides of vehicle (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe corroded to flexible hose pipe & slightly "bent" (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe corroded to flexible hose pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive offside arear of transmission assembly (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  4. Pass76,550 miles (+1,879)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    76,550 miles
    Test number
    160031884427
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH sides of vehicle (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges of tyre tread face[esp. inner edges]175/65R14,82T (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe to flexible hose corroded under coating? (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNote;- Nearside tail lamp cracked & water damaged?
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges of tyre tread face[esp. inner edges]175/65R14,82T (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass74,671 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    74,671 miles
    Test number
    496096647627
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged bent. as marked (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail74,671 miles (+1,723)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,671 miles
    Test number
    905631695354
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded as marked (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged bent. as marked (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass72,948 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    72,948 miles
    Test number
    550414396744
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak on underside of vehicle between transmission & engine?
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH sides of vehicle (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive on underside of vehicle, at rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH rears corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail72,948 miles (+1,769)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,948 miles
    Test number
    115971837543
    • MajorNearside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury tail lamp cracked (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak on underside of vehicle between transmission & engine?
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH sides of vehicle (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNote;- Rear wiper blade worn/torn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive on underside of vehicle, at rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH rears corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass71,179 miles (+1,320)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    71,179 miles
    Test number
    904812919719
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords slight cut/tear on outer sidewall of tyre (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNote;- Rear wiper blade torn/split
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass69,859 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    69,859 miles
    Test number
    433783503655
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH sides of vehicle (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail69,859 miles (+1,975)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,859 miles
    Test number
    549256528622
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH sides of vehicle (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass67,884 miles (+2,185)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    67,884 miles
    Test number
    935545321768
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH sides of vehicle (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNote;- wear on engine lower tie bar mounting

  13. Pass65,699 miles (+2,243)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    65,699 miles
    Test number
    551069330727
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass63,456 miles (+1,739)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    63,456 miles
    Test number
    581293555265
    • AdvisoryBoth rear axle bushes showing wear - not deemed excessive.
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres beginning to perish to due to age.
    • AdvisorySlight imbalance from front footbrakes.
    • AdvisoryUnderbody at the rear beginning to rust.

  15. Pass61,717 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    61,717 miles
    Test number
    159543030185
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre is cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre is cracking

  16. Fail61,717 miles (+1,491)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,717 miles
    Test number
    495257082750
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre is cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre is cracking

  17. Pass60,226 miles (+1,410)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    60,226 miles
    Test number
    475824735032
    • NoteRear seat belts not tested due to child seats fitted

  18. Pass58,816 miles (+1,325)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    58,816 miles
    Test number
    938970434076
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNote;- rear wiper blade worn out.
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass57,491 miles (+1,723)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    57,491 miles
    Test number
    328229523079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass55,768 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    55,768 miles
    Test number
    185630232400
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail55,768 miles (+1,530)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,768 miles
    Test number
    296200632046
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass54,238 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    54,238 miles
    Test number
    185077221092
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edge
    • NoteExhaust back box outter skin corroded

  23. Fail54,238 miles (+1,882)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,238 miles
    Test number
    486526021099
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edge
    • NoteExhaust back box outter skin corroded

  24. Pass52,356 miles (+11,942)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    52,356 miles
    Test number
    714385330051
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteSlight knock on steering rack
    • NoteSlight wear in steering rack on near side

  25. Pass40,414 miles (+14,989)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    40,414 miles
    Test number
    774688609180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass25,425 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    25,425 miles
    Test number
    894209318183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L35 AJR

Does L35 AJR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L35 AJR is valid until 3 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L35 AJR?
The MOT on L35 AJR is valid until 3 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L35 AJR done?
L35 AJR was recorded at 79,856 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2026, an average of 3,067 miles a year.
Has L35 AJR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L35 AJR has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L35 AJR ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L35 AJR find?
L35 AJR passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2026 with 3 minor defects and 15 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 15 more.

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