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FP03 HVC

2003 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

105,327 mi
Last recorded105,327 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP03 HVC
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2016 105,327 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 93,042 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 88,656 miles

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

exhaust system rusty

Pass 13 Jan 2011 67,163 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2011 67,163 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 63,409 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 52,617 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 45,837 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 37,204 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 29,098 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 29,098 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Both front tyre depths 3mm

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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FP03 HVC is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FP03 HVC, 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 FP03 HVC registered?

FP03 HVC is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is FP03 HVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP03 HVC shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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