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DA53 ABV

2003 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

92,894 mi
Last recorded92,894 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2021
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA53 ABV
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Fail 30 Jun 2021 92,894 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes are covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2020 92,498 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded at rear wheel (1.1.11 (c))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread FRONT AND REAR (0.1 (b))

corrosion to front sub frame and rear axle

Pass 9 Apr 2019 91,455 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 91,192 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 90,888 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 89,897 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 89,399 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 88,859 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 87,956 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

presenter reported fault with indicator switch but worked ok on test

Fail 22 Aug 2012 87,956 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

presenter reported fault with indicator switch but worked ok on test

Pass 31 Aug 2011 83,232 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2010 70,802 miles

wiper linkage slight play

Pass 26 Aug 2009 63,183 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 63,183 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 55,052 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 43,774 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 29,984 miles

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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DA53 ABV is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 DA53 ABV, 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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DA53 ABV is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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