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LA53 CTZ

2004 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

86,253 mi
Last recorded86,253 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2015
Typical for 2004 Mazda 255,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA53 CTZ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 6 Aug 2015 86,253 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

engine management light on

Front bumper insecure

Fail 29 Jul 2014 76,586 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 76,586 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 70,559 miles

engine light on

Fail 6 Aug 2013 70,559 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

engine light on

Pass 25 Jul 2012 66,113 miles

Front bumper insecure

Pass 19 Jul 2011 57,707 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 52,180 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 43,164 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2008 31,650 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2008 31,642 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Feb 2007 21,258 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2007 21,255 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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LA53 CTZ is a 2004 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2004 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 55,318 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 LA53 CTZ, 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 22 years old, this Mazda 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LA53 CTZ registered?

LA53 CTZ is a 2004 Mazda 2, first registered on 17 February 2004.

Is LA53 CTZ safe to buy?

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