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AO53 FXC

2003 Mazda 2

Grey Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

119,891 mi
Last recorded119,891 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2020
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 FXC
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2020 119,891 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under neath vehicle (1.1.11 (c))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive around sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front fuel injector leaking slightly

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above flexi brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded long side the fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 116,718 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 175/65r14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn badly on inside edge. 175/65r14 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn badly on inside edge. 175/65r14 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 109,310 miles

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 18 Jul 2018 109,057 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 18 Jul 2017 99,953 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint and dust cover deteriorated (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear slight noise from wheel bearing

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 88,685 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 88,683 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2015 73,251 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 68,727 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2014 68,579 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 61,210 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 5 Sep 2012 54,599 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 47,420 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Sep 2010 40,512 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 33,933 miles

front tyres becoming worn

Pass 10 Sep 2008 27,209 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2007 21,315 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 16,149 miles

both front tyres AT legal limits

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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AO53 FXC is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AO53 FXC, 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 AO53 FXC registered?

AO53 FXC is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is AO53 FXC safe to buy?

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