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FY53 AHJ

2003 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

85,876 mi
Last recorded85,876 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2014
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY53 AHJ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2014 85,876 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 77,007 miles

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

Fail 11 Apr 2013 77,007 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 69,993 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Apr 2012 69,993 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 May 2011 60,034 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2010 50,925 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2009 37,893 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Jan 2009 33,697 miles

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

Fail 28 Jan 2009 33,697 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

Pass 12 May 2008 26,652 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 25,629 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 20,580 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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FY53 AHJ is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FY53 AHJ, 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 FY53 AHJ registered?

FY53 AHJ is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is FY53 AHJ safe to buy?

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