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GL53 LFD

2003 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

83,568 mi
Last recorded83,568 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Mazda 371,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL53 LFD
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2017 83,568 miles

Corrosion to underside of vehicle

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2016 77,847 miles

Oil leak ()

advise sill covers fitted

advise under body slight corrosion

Fail 30 Nov 2016 77,845 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Oil leak ()

advise sill covers fitted

advise under body slight corrosion

Pass 15 Dec 2015 73,175 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

advise sill covers fitted

Pass 17 Nov 2014 68,513 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 65,210 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 59,413 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 50,049 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 39,626 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 30,793 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 26,979 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 23,404 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 18,775 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 3?

Based on 2,040,939 MOT tests across 164,053 vehicles.

77.5%
Pass Rate
6,292
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
164,053
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 40,716
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18,089
position lamp(s) not working 17,568
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 13,995
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 11,940
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GL53 LFD is a 2003 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2003 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 71,549 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 40,716 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GL53 LFD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 3 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 23 years old, this Mazda 3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GL53 LFD registered?

GL53 LFD is a 2003 Mazda 3, first registered on 10 December 2003.

Is GL53 LFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL53 LFD shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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