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DC03 KFZ

2003 Mazda Tribute

Silver Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

62,125 mi
Last recorded62,125 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Mazda Tribute68,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC03 KFZ
MakeMazda
ModelTribute
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2017 62,125 miles

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded going into wheel cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Diff Leak

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills on both sides (2.4.A.3)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 55,638 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 55,628 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 51,077 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2015 51,077 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 48,914 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 48,723 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir inappropriately repaired (3.6.A.3)

exhaust rear section holed

front exhaust bracket missing

osr tyre has cut to tread but not showing ply

Pass 16 Feb 2013 45,990 miles

exhaust front mount missing but exhaust is secureand pipe showing corrosion

o/s/front metal brake pipe showing corrosion

Fail 15 Feb 2013 45,983 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

exhaust front mount missing but exhaust is secureand pipe showing corrosion

o/s/front metal brake pipe showing corrosion

Pass 21 Feb 2012 41,552 miles

exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 12 Apr 2010 33,566 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 29,606 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 24,302 miles

offside rear tyre has cut in tread

Pass 8 Mar 2007 20,375 miles

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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DC03 KFZ is a 2003 Mazda Tribute in Silver with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DC03 KFZ, 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 DC03 KFZ registered?

DC03 KFZ is a 2003 Mazda Tribute, first registered on 14 August 2003.

Is DC03 KFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC03 KFZ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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