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AK53 VLP

2003 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

106,189 mi
Last recorded106,189 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 VLP
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2018 106,189 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wear on inner edge 175/65 R14 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 95,825 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2017 95,825 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 77,871 miles

n/side front tyre bald on both edges

Pass 11 Nov 2015 69,513 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 53,889 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 46,264 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 42,082 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 38,505 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 34,536 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 30,976 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 26,990 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 22,934 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Nov 2006 17,953 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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AK53 VLP is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2003 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 58,888 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AK53 VLP, 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 23 years old, this Mazda 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AK53 VLP registered?

AK53 VLP is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 29 September 2003.

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