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BM53 LFY

2002 Mazda E Series

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

110,946 mi
Last recorded110,946 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda E Series92,787 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBM53 LFY
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 110,946 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 109,253 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 106,561 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 105,888 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all undersealed (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Nov 2022 105,888 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all undersealed (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 103,848 miles

Nearside Front headlamp getting deteriorated

brake pipes undersealed

mil light on

Pass 11 Nov 2020 102,545 miles

Nearside Front headlamp getting deteriorated

both front tyres getting perished

mil light on

Pass 22 May 2019 100,456 miles

Nearside Front headlamp getting deteriorated

both front tyres starting to get perished

mil light on

Fail 22 May 2019 100,456 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front headlamp getting deteriorated

both front tyres starting to get perished

mil light on

Pass 24 May 2018 97,094 miles

Nearside Front headlamp getting deteriorated

Fail 24 May 2018 97,094 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front headlamp getting deteriorated

Pass 15 May 2017 89,771 miles

Nearside Front headlamp getting deteriorated

both rear tyres starting to get worn

Pass 10 May 2016 80,561 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 May 2015 72,542 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 72,542 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front discs poor condition

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Mazda E Series?

Based on 81,836 MOT tests across 9,731 vehicles.

68.3%
Pass Rate
6,018
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
9,731
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,794
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,584
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,919
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,399
brake binding 2,340
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BM53 LFY is a 2002 Mazda E Series in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2002 Mazda E Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 92,787 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda E Series fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 4,794 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BM53 LFY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda E Series typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 24 years old, this Mazda E Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BM53 LFY?

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What year was BM53 LFY registered?

BM53 LFY is a 2002 Mazda E Series, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is BM53 LFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BM53 LFY shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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