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FY53 AHX

2003 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

100,060 mi
Last recorded100,060 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY53 AHX
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2022 100,060 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 cracking on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

corroded exhaust

Pass 1 Dec 2021 97,159 miles

exhaust corroded

Pass 29 Oct 2020 94,656 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 91,493 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 89,727 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 87,292 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Jul 2016 83,105 miles

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 15 Jun 2015 80,784 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 72,043 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2014 72,043 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2013 67,584 miles

NSF tyre has a slight cut in side wall

both front wipers slightly smeary

both rear tyres perished

Pass 3 Sep 2012 59,432 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2012 59,432 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 47,854 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 37,687 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 28,444 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2009 28,444 miles

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

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

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

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

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

cut in tread n/s/r tyre, not deep enough to show reinforcing cords

Pass 11 Sep 2008 23,646 miles

Rear wiper blade split

Pass 13 Sep 2007 18,060 miles

All tyres showing signs of 'age' cracks

Pass 8 Sep 2006 10,930 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 AHX is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 AHX, 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 FY53 AHX registered?

FY53 AHX is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is FY53 AHX safe to buy?

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