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HC53 HFM

2003 Mazda E Series

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

100,719 mi
Last recorded100,719 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda E Series115,428 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHC53 HFM
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 100,719 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2025 98,856 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jan 2025 98,856 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2024 96,324 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2024 96,324 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 93,232 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2022 93,232 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Outer Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 92,350 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2021 92,350 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2020 91,412 miles

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 90,217 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 87,806 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 87,806 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 82,987 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 82,908 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 Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

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

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

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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HC53 HFM is a 2003 Mazda E Series in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2003 Mazda E Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 115,428 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 HC53 HFM, 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 23 years old, this Mazda E Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HC53 HFM registered?

HC53 HFM is a 2003 Mazda E Series, first registered on 1 January 2003.

Is HC53 HFM safe to buy?

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