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FA53 FOJ

2004 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

137,220 mi
Last recorded137,220 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2017
Typical for 2004 Mazda 255,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA53 FOJ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2017 137,220 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 126,779 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2015 115,784 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2015 115,784 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 104,649 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Aug 2013 93,922 miles

Gear box has slight oil leak

Wipers do not self park but can be parked

Pass 23 Aug 2012 84,291 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 19 Aug 2011 71,046 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 56,247 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 56,247 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 21 May 2008 46,282 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2008 42,270 miles

Centre Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jan 2008 42,270 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 32,092 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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FA53 FOJ is a 2004 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 FA53 FOJ, 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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What year was FA53 FOJ registered?

FA53 FOJ is a 2004 Mazda 2, first registered on 30 January 2004.

Is FA53 FOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA53 FOJ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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