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HV53 BYK

2003 Mazda Tribute

Silver Petrol 1989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

94,167 mi
Last recorded94,167 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Mazda Tribute68,317 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV53 BYK
MakeMazda
ModelTribute
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,989cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2018 94,167 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 90,291 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 83,700 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 74,320 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 58,679 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2014 58,679 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2013 46,250 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 37,421 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 26,286 miles

corrosion to exhaust, heavy in places

Pass 31 Aug 2010 22,130 miles

both rear tyres worn on edges

corrosion to exhaust, heavy in places

Fail 31 Aug 2010 22,130 miles

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

both rear tyres worn on edges

corrosion to exhaust, heavy in places

Pass 1 Sep 2009 17,726 miles

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

rear tyres wearing on edges

Pass 4 Sep 2008 14,703 miles

corrosion to exhaust, heavy in places

Pass 3 Sep 2007 12,529 miles

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

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

osr tyre wearing inside edge

Pass 31 Aug 2006 9,951 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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HV53 BYK is a 2003 Mazda Tribute in Silver with a 1,989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2003 Mazda Tribute models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 68,317 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 HV53 BYK, 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 23 years old, this Mazda Tribute is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HV53 BYK registered?

HV53 BYK is a 2003 Mazda Tribute, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is HV53 BYK safe to buy?

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