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GU53 APV

2004 Mazda E Series

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

142,975 mi
Last recorded142,975 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Mazda E Series121,892 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU53 APV
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 142,975 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2025 142,975 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Fail 4 Jul 2025 142,919 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

corrosion in various places

Pass 22 Jul 2024 130,961 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 128,768 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 119,261 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 112,455 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2022 112,455 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure bracket broken. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 106,266 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light discoloured (4.5.1 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

How Reliable is the Mazda E Series?

Based on 81,836 MOT tests across 9,731 vehicles.

68.3%
Pass Rate
6,018
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
9,731
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,794
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,584
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,919
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,399
brake binding 2,340
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GU53 APV is a 2004 Mazda E Series in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Mazda E Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 121,892 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mazda E Series fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 4,794 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GU53 APV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda E Series typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 22 years old, this Mazda E Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GU53 APV registered?

GU53 APV is a 2004 Mazda E Series, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is GU53 APV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU53 APV shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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