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DN53 HSE

2003 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2021
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

104,173 mi
Last recorded104,173 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN53 HSE
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2020 104,173 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 103,438 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

fuel lines greased up

Fail 16 Dec 2019 103,438 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

fuel lines greased up

Pass 10 Dec 2018 100,337 miles

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under body slightly corroded but not seriously effecting its strength causing a sharp edge or projection (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 95,184 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 90,208 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Fail 7 Dec 2016 90,208 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 9 Dec 2015 83,963 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 78,307 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both rear ,front to back,and both front metal brake pipes corroded

exhaust & mounts corroded

floor, chassis, sills, wheel arch.rear panal, subframes & suspension parts all corroded

front to rear metal fuel pipe corroded

Pass 11 Dec 2013 72,755 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 10 Dec 2013 72,755 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Dec 2012 65,819 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 65,819 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Dec 2011 60,321 miles

advise most brake pipes have lost protective coating h/ brake cables lost plastic coating

Pass 17 Dec 2010 51,758 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2010 51,741 miles

Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 10 Dec 2009 44,229 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 10 Dec 2009 44,229 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Dec 2008 37,044 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 29,542 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 21,773 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2006 21,754 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

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

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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DN53 HSE is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 DN53 HSE, 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 DN53 HSE registered?

DN53 HSE is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 15 December 2003.

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