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AK53 VLT

2003 Mazda Tribute

Black Petrol 1989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

106,176 mi
Last recorded106,176 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2008
Typical for 2003 Mazda Tribute68,317 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 VLT
MakeMazda
ModelTribute
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,989cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 10 Sep 2008 106,176 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 88,780 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 65,856 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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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AK53 VLT is a 2003 Mazda Tribute in Black with a 1,989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AK53 VLT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK53 VLT registered?

AK53 VLT is a 2003 Mazda Tribute, first registered on 1 October 2003.

Is AK53 VLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK53 VLT shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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