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KL53 AGZ

2003 Mazda Tribute

Black Petrol 1989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2024
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

75,573 mi
Last recorded75,573 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 Mazda Tribute68,317 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL53 AGZ
MakeMazda
ModelTribute
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,989cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Fail 30 Oct 2024 75,573 miles

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

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both rear upper spring cups (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing heavily on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

general corrosion under body and to components

rear differential leaking

Pass 31 Oct 2023 75,748 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both spring cups heavily corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Oct 2023 75,748 miles

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

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both spring cups heavily corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 72,929 miles

Front Tyres wearing on outer edges

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 12 Oct 2022 72,929 miles

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

Front Tyres wearing on outer edges

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 27 Sep 2021 72,028 miles

Nearside Tyre slightly damaged both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

Fail 27 Sep 2021 72,028 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. both headlamps (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Tyre slightly damaged both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

Pass 13 Mar 2020 70,418 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2020 70,418 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 68,617 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2019 68,617 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 66,855 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 64,542 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 63,440 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 63,160 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 60,591 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 58,628 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 55,326 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 55,318 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 52,022 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 45,678 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 40,943 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 35,542 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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KL53 AGZ is a 2003 Mazda Tribute in Black with a 1,989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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

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 KL53 AGZ, 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 KL53 AGZ registered?

KL53 AGZ is a 2003 Mazda Tribute, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is KL53 AGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL53 AGZ shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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