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KC53 VCM

2003 Mazda 2

Black Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

79,963 mi
Last recorded79,963 miles
Recorded on13 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC53 VCM
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2019 79,963 miles
Fail 10 May 2019 79,887 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 74,730 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 72,047 miles

Front Bumper insecure.

Oil leak Rocker cover gasket. ()

Fail 19 Apr 2017 72,046 miles

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage Bumper. (6.1.C.1)

Front registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Front Bumper insecure.

Oil leak Rocker cover gasket. ()

Pass 26 Apr 2016 82,420 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2016 82,414 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 61,174 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 57,067 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2013 51,566 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2012 47,392 miles

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

o/s front tyre wearing unevenly

Pass 28 Jan 2011 41,997 miles

Centre stop light not working

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Dec 2009 37,164 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 32,290 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Dec 2007 24,663 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Nov 2006 17,995 miles

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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KC53 VCM is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2003 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 58,888 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 KC53 VCM, 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 23 years old, this Mazda 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KC53 VCM registered?

KC53 VCM is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is KC53 VCM safe to buy?

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