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BJ53 ZRA

2003 Mazda Tribute

Silver Petrol 1989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

96,002 mi
Last recorded96,002 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Mazda Tribute68,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ53 ZRA
MakeMazda
ModelTribute
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,989cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2018 96,002 miles

all round dics corroded

Pass 17 Aug 2017 94,287 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 89,565 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 82,837 miles

Front Brake Discs are corroding on the inner faces.

Inner Sills and Rear Chassis Legs are corroding.

Pass 26 Apr 2014 78,924 miles

Front Brake Disc Inner Faces worn.

Pass 24 Apr 2013 73,995 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 70,381 miles

Brake pipes have slight corrosion at their jointing ends where they have no plastic protective coating.

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 2 May 2012 70,381 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Brake pipes have slight corrosion at their jointing ends where they have no plastic protective coating.

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 May 2011 63,047 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 54,648 miles
Fail 8 May 2010 54,648 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Feb 2010 52,553 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2008 44,337 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Nov 2007 35,738 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 26,563 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2006 26,563 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

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

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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BJ53 ZRA is a 2003 Mazda Tribute in Silver with a 1,989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BJ53 ZRA, 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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What year was BJ53 ZRA registered?

BJ53 ZRA is a 2003 Mazda Tribute, first registered on 29 September 2003.

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