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BJ53 ZRF

2003 Mazda Tribute

Blue Petrol 1989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

96,591 mi
Last recorded96,591 miles
Recorded on30 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Mazda Tribute68,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ53 ZRF
MakeMazda
ModelTribute
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,989cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 May 2018 96,591 miles
Fail 25 May 2018 96,475 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced front of near side rear inner wheel arch area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced front of off side rear inner wheel arch area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced rear of off side sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear of front lower crossmember under radiator (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2017 91,858 miles
Fail 10 May 2017 91,858 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 85,369 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 85,369 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2015 76,129 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 69,582 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 64,082 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2013 64,082 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2012 59,355 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 58,553 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 56,348 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

brake servour damph

parking brake slightly high

Pass 7 Apr 2009 54,014 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 53,311 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 49,680 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2007 48,947 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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BJ53 ZRF 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 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZRF, 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 BJ53 ZRF registered?

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

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