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AJ03 BWV

2003 Mazda Tribute

Blue Petrol 1989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

167,492 mi
Last recorded167,492 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Mazda Tribute68,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ03 BWV
MakeMazda
ModelTribute
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,989cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2019 167,492 miles

both rear wheel arches are corroded

centre fuel lines are slightly corroded

fuel tank cover is deteriorated

general under body corrosion

o/s rear outer sill cover is damaged

o/s rear seat is deteriorating

rear brake pipes are corroded

Pass 24 Oct 2018 160,115 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 150,999 miles

plastic side skirts fitted preventing further infestigation

rear heat shield loose

under carriage very dirty

Fail 23 Oct 2017 150,997 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

plastic side skirts fitted preventing further infestigation

rear heat shield loose

under carriage very dirty

Pass 27 Oct 2016 141,410 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 130,012 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 119,088 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 108,176 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 29 Oct 2013 108,113 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Nov 2012 93,011 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2012 93,011 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Nov 2011 84,743 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 73,335 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 63,994 miles

Nearside rear tyre deteriorated

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Jan 2009 57,690 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 50,086 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 38,986 miles

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)

How Reliable is the Mazda Tribute?

Based on 38,590 MOT tests across 2,673 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
6,359
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,673
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake hose excessively deteriorated 2,111
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,355
Registration plate lamp not working 1,261
position lamp(s) not working 1,195
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,111
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AJ03 BWV is a 2003 Mazda Tribute in Blue with a 1,989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2003 Mazda Tribute models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 68,317 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda Tribute fails its MOT is brake hose excessively deteriorated, accounting for 2,111 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AJ03 BWV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Tribute typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Mazda Tribute is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AJ03 BWV is a 2003 Mazda Tribute, first registered on 28 March 2003.

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