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LC52 BVJ

2002 Mazda Tribute

Black Petrol 1989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

90,220 mi
Last recorded90,220 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2019
Typical for 2002 Mazda Tribute75,637 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC52 BVJ
MakeMazda
ModelTribute
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,989cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2019 90,220 miles

Engine has a slight missing

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak

Fail 9 Nov 2019 90,220 miles

Engine has a slight missing

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Oil leak

Pass 14 Nov 2018 85,763 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 81,051 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2017 81,051 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2016 76,003 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 69,799 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 64,067 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 59,533 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 56,959 miles

both front windows tinted

Pass 9 Nov 2011 51,341 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 44,440 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2010 44,440 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2009 39,506 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 32,234 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 27,614 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2007 27,519 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Nov 2006 21,832 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

child booster seats n/s & o/s/r - not securely fitted.

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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LC52 BVJ is a 2002 Mazda Tribute in Black with a 1,989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2002 Mazda Tribute models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 75,637 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 LC52 BVJ, 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 24 years old, this Mazda Tribute is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LC52 BVJ registered?

LC52 BVJ is a 2002 Mazda Tribute, first registered on 20 November 2002.

Is LC52 BVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC52 BVJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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