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DY53 AOF

2003 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

114,863 mi
Last recorded114,863 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY53 AOF
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2020 114,863 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside front brake caliper anti rattle spring missing.

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 110,805 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 105,122 miles

rear exhaust rubber broken

Fail 9 Jun 2018 105,122 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

rear exhaust rubber broken

Pass 3 May 2017 100,017 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 29 Apr 2017 100,016 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 92,913 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 86,321 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 79,144 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2013 71,907 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 65,529 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 59,550 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 52,429 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 46,542 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 40,005 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2007 32,422 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 27,121 miles

Nearside 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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DY53 AOF is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DY53 AOF, 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 DY53 AOF registered?

DY53 AOF is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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