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GL53 LFH

2004 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

25,116 mi
Last recorded25,116 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Mazda 255,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL53 LFH
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 25,116 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 24,592 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2023 23,791 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded plus o/side bottom coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 23,481 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded plus o/side are corroded on bottom coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))

n/side wiper blade is leaving smears

Pass 14 Dec 2021 22,999 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded plus o/side are corroded on bottom coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 22,786 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear bottom coils are corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2019 22,507 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded on bottom coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jan 2019 21,328 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2018 20,292 miles

coil spring corroded bottom coils of both rear springs (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 23 Dec 2016 19,782 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 18,535 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2015 17,853 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 17,853 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 17,150 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 14,993 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2013 14,993 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 2 Feb 2012 13,385 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 12,323 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2011 12,323 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2010 10,310 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 8,345 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 6,685 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 5,705 miles

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

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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GL53 LFH is a 2004 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2004 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 55,318 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 GL53 LFH, 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 22 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 GL53 LFH registered?

GL53 LFH is a 2004 Mazda 2, first registered on 21 January 2004.

Is GL53 LFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL53 LFH shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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