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DK03 ZWT

2003 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

96,206 mi
Last recorded96,206 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK03 ZWT
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2017 96,206 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 88,231 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both rear tyres cracked and perished

exhaust back box 1 hanger adrift

Fail 8 Mar 2016 88,226 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both rear tyres cracked and perished

exhaust back box 1 hanger adrift

Pass 6 Feb 2015 80,759 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 75,582 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 68,629 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 68,629 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

air bag light on

Pass 12 Apr 2011 62,195 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 62,195 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel fixings not compatible (4.2.B.2)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Fail 8 Mar 2010 56,038 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n/s/r tyre wearing thin on inner & outer tread

slight cracking on both rear tyres ( inner walls)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 56,038 miles

n/s/r tyre wearing thin on inner & outer tread

slight cracking on both rear tyres ( inner walls)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 51,553 miles

Oil leak

wipers are starting to split on ends

Pass 13 Mar 2008 46,788 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 40,851 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 32,045 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2006 32,045 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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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DK03 ZWT is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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

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 DK03 ZWT, 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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What year was DK03 ZWT registered?

DK03 ZWT is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 18 March 2003.

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