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DS53 FSE

2004 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

147,659 mi
Last recorded147,659 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2021
Typical for 2004 Mazda 255,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS53 FSE
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2021 147,659 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2020 143,956 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front rack and pinion boot twisted

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

manufactures under trays and engine covers on vehicle

Fail 9 Dec 2020 143,956 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded at flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front rack and pinion boot twisted

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

manufactures under trays and engine covers on vehicle

Pass 29 Nov 2019 139,259 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s mains (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s floors (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2018 133,672 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floors (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floors (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Dec 2018 133,672 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floors (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floors (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2017 128,784 miles

plastic covers fitted

Pass 21 Dec 2016 121,793 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded FRONT TO REAR HEAVELY GREASED + O/S/R FLEX TO HUB GRESED (3.6.B.2c)

PLASTIC COVERS FITTED

Pass 21 Dec 2015 112,439 miles

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

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

plastic covers/undertrays fitted

Fail 8 Dec 2014 98,419 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 98,419 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 20 Dec 2013 86,404 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 17 Dec 2012 75,318 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2012 75,318 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Dec 2011 67,775 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 56,714 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 47,805 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 36,275 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2009 36,275 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 14 Mar 2008 31,517 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 31,517 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 25,375 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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DS53 FSE is a 2004 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2004 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 55,318 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 DS53 FSE, 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 22 years old, this Mazda 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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DS53 FSE is a 2004 Mazda 2, first registered on 12 February 2004.

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