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FL53 VMV

2003 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

68,275 mi
Last recorded68,275 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 VMV
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2018 68,275 miles

some steering and suspension bushes are starting to deteriorate

Pass 7 Mar 2017 65,172 miles

both front tyres are starting to wear

exhaust is starting to corrode and deteriorate

some steering and suspension bushes are starting to deteriorate

Fail 7 Mar 2017 65,172 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

both front tyres are starting to wear

exhaust is starting to corrode and deteriorate

some steering and suspension bushes are starting to deteriorate

Pass 21 Oct 2015 61,150 miles

exhaust is starting to corrode and deteriorate

some steering and suspension bushes are starting to deteriorate

Pass 21 Oct 2014 58,855 miles

exhaust is starting to corrode and deteriorate

some steering and suspension bushes are starting to deteriorate

Pass 21 Oct 2013 54,516 miles

exhaust is starting to corrode and deteriorate

some steering and suspension bushes are starting to deteriorate

Fail 20 Mar 2012 45,651 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

all wiper blades are starting to deteriorate

exhaust is starting to corrode and deteriorate

Pass 20 Mar 2012 45,651 miles

all wiper blades are starting to deteriorate

exhaust is starting to corrode and deteriorate

Pass 14 Mar 2011 39,730 miles

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

both rear tyres are starting to waer and side walls are starting to deteriorate

Pass 30 Jan 2010 33,848 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 23,776 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 14,601 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

bonnet latch faulty

Fail 25 Feb 2008 14,601 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

bonnet latch faulty

Pass 1 Mar 2007 9,379 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 9,002 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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FL53 VMV is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FL53 VMV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FL53 VMV registered?

FL53 VMV is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is FL53 VMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL53 VMV shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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