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KC53 YRU

2003 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2018
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

162,555 mi
Last recorded162,555 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC53 YRU
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2017 162,555 miles

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)

Fail 11 Apr 2017 162,554 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 151,037 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2016 151,037 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 144,071 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 130,842 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 130,887 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 15 Feb 2013 117,871 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 108,697 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 98,899 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear bumper damaged

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 98,899 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear bumper damaged

Pass 19 Feb 2010 84,726 miles

Nearside rear tyre has significant outer side wall damage

Fail 19 Feb 2010 84,726 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear tyre has significant outer side wall damage

Pass 8 Jan 2009 65,843 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2009 65,843 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

high level brake light inop

Pass 17 Dec 2007 50,319 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 37,092 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2006 37,092 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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 YRU is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YRU, 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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KC53 YRU is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 12 December 2003.

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