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EX53 YCU

2003 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

62,200 mi
Last recorded62,200 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 YCU
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2015 62,200 miles

offside rear wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

Fail 21 Feb 2015 62,200 miles

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

offside rear wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

Pass 26 Feb 2014 53,314 miles

Both front tyres have slight cut in outer sidewall

Fail 19 Mar 2013 45,308 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2013 45,308 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 34,353 miles

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

Fail 14 Sep 2010 21,832 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 21,832 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Sep 2009 17,916 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 14,519 miles

all four road tyres have cracks in tred area

Pass 6 Sep 2007 10,783 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2007 10,783 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2006 6,335 miles

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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EX53 YCU is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 EX53 YCU, 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 EX53 YCU registered?

EX53 YCU is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is EX53 YCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 YCU shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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