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GF52 GVZ

2002 Mazda Tribute

Silver Petrol 1989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

131,479 mi
Last recorded131,479 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2016
Typical for 2002 Mazda Tribute75,637 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF52 GVZ
MakeMazda
ModelTribute
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,989cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 5 Jan 2016 131,479 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint Drop Link (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint Drop Link (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion Wheel Arch (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner Wheel Arch (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner Wheel Arch (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

Free Play In O/S/F Steering Tie Arm

N/S Door Mirror Glass Missing

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D Bush (2.4.G.2)

Sill Covers Fitted

Pass 24 Jul 2014 110,751 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 103,318 miles

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

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

Rear bushes on both front suspension arms starting to split.

Fail 12 May 2012 103,263 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

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

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

Rear bushes on both front suspension arms starting to split.

Pass 27 May 2011 98,341 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

fuel filter is corroded

Pass 20 May 2010 89,091 miles
Fail 20 May 2010 89,078 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 75,106 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 54,792 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 37,646 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 24,181 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda Tribute?

Based on 38,590 MOT tests across 2,673 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
6,359
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,673
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake hose excessively deteriorated 2,111
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,355
Registration plate lamp not working 1,261
position lamp(s) not working 1,195
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,111
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GF52 GVZ is a 2002 Mazda Tribute in Silver with a 1,989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2002 Mazda Tribute models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 75,637 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda Tribute fails its MOT is brake hose excessively deteriorated, accounting for 2,111 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF52 GVZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Tribute typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Mazda Tribute is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GF52 GVZ registered?

GF52 GVZ is a 2002 Mazda Tribute, first registered on 12 November 2002.

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