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DL03 HCD

2003 Mazda Demio

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

53,462 mi
Last recorded53,462 miles
Recorded on13 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Mazda Demio51,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL03 HCD
MakeMazda
ModelDemio
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2019 53,462 miles

both front tyres wearing low

Fail 13 May 2019 53,462 miles

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

both front tyres wearing low

Offside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 49,349 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Nov 2016 49,078 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded x 2 front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 48,895 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded x 2 front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 48,660 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 48,431 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 47,712 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

air bag light on

Pass 31 Mar 2011 45,301 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 45,301 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 41,385 miles

both rear tyres low on tread

Pass 1 Apr 2009 35,499 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2008 28,985 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 23,424 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 17,754 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear wiper blade split.

How Reliable is the Mazda Demio?

Based on 136,409 MOT tests across 10,090 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
4,600
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
10,090
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,070
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,472
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,970
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,593
brake binding 3,343
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DL03 HCD is a 2003 Mazda Demio in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2003 Mazda Demio models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 51,132 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda Demio fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 7,070 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DL03 HCD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Demio typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Mazda Demio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DL03 HCD registered?

DL03 HCD is a 2003 Mazda Demio, first registered on 12 March 2003.

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