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LC53 YHE

2003 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

60,529 mi
Last recorded60,529 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2023
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC53 YHE
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2023 60,529 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 59,431 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 56,906 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 55,480 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Nov 2019 54,289 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 51,908 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 50,641 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 48,886 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 46,854 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 44,062 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 41,562 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 38,013 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear tyre tread inner edge very worn

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 34,557 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2011 34,539 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 30,310 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 25,314 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 21,335 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 16,379 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 11,597 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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LC53 YHE is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 LC53 YHE, 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 LC53 YHE registered?

LC53 YHE is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is LC53 YHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC53 YHE shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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