CarVerify

Free Car Check

DC53 KPL

2004 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

91,048 mi
Last recorded91,048 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2016
Typical for 2004 Mazda 369,720 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC53 KPL
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2016 91,048 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit heavily worn on the inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit heavily worn on the inner edges (4.1.E.1)

all wheel arches are heavily corroded.

body floor heavily corroded

engine sump pan corroded and leaking oil

front sub frame heavily corroded

rear sub frame heavily corroded

srs light does not illuminate then go out.

Fail 3 Feb 2015 81,578 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2015 81,578 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 69,753 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 Jan 2013 58,686 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 49,657 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2012 49,657 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 43,675 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 37,374 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 30,476 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 20,996 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2007 15,144 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 3?

Based on 2,040,939 MOT tests across 164,053 vehicles.

77.5%
Pass Rate
6,292
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
164,053
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 40,716
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18,089
position lamp(s) not working 17,568
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 13,995
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 11,940
Full Mazda 3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DC53 KPL is a 2004 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 69,720 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 40,716 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DC53 KPL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 3 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Mazda 3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DC53 KPL?

You can check the full history of DC53 KPL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DC53 KPL registered?

DC53 KPL is a 2004 Mazda 3, first registered on 13 February 2004.

Is DC53 KPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC53 KPL shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DC53 KPL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DC53 KPL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.