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FL53 VMW

2003 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

69,402 mi
Last recorded69,402 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2013
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 VMW
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2013 69,402 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2013 69,402 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

lower rear gearbox mount rubber bush worn

nearside and offside rear tyres starting to perish

possible noise offside rear wheel when rotated

Pass 26 Sep 2012 64,332 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2012 64,332 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 61,434 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 56,507 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 56,507 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 47,960 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 36,899 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 36,899 miles

Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 29,618 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 21,582 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 VMW is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FL53 VMW, 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 VMW registered?

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

Is FL53 VMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL53 VMW shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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