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FV03 LCA

2003 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

78,291 mi
Last recorded78,291 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV03 LCA
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2016 78,291 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2015 71,578 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 23 Nov 2015 71,578 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Nov 2014 65,535 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 56,615 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 20 Nov 2012 44,382 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 38,444 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 6 Jul 2012 38,444 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 6 Jul 2011 15,346 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 13,782 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 11,952 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 10,204 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 8,672 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 6,602 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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FV03 LCA is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 FV03 LCA, 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 FV03 LCA registered?

FV03 LCA is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is FV03 LCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV03 LCA shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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