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EA53 HFZ

2003 Mazda Tribute

Black Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

104,617 mi
Last recorded104,617 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2013
Typical for 2003 Mazda Tribute68,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA53 HFZ
MakeMazda
ModelTribute
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2013 104,617 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 104,491 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 100,946 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 95,928 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s/f track rod has slight play

Pass 23 Aug 2010 90,063 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 85,211 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 79,328 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 8 Sep 2008 79,328 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2007 73,558 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 63,263 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda Tribute?

Based on 38,590 MOT tests across 2,673 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
6,359
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,673
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake hose excessively deteriorated 2,111
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,355
Registration plate lamp not working 1,261
position lamp(s) not working 1,195
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,111
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EA53 HFZ is a 2003 Mazda Tribute in Black with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Mazda Tribute models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 68,317 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda Tribute fails its MOT is brake hose excessively deteriorated, accounting for 2,111 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EA53 HFZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Tribute typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Mazda Tribute is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EA53 HFZ registered?

EA53 HFZ is a 2003 Mazda Tribute, first registered on 17 November 2003.

Is EA53 HFZ safe to buy?

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