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LK53 NFV

2003 Mazda Tribute

Blue Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

57,955 mi
Last recorded57,955 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Mazda Tribute68,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 NFV
MakeMazda
ModelTribute
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2019 57,955 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2019 57,955 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2018 56,338 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 52,956 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 50,439 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre silencer (7.1.2)

engine covers and undertrays fitted

hazard light switch is temperamental

Fail 17 Feb 2016 50,439 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre silencer (7.1.2)

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Fail 22 Jan 2015 46,111 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

nearside rear tyre close to legal limit 275/70/16

Pass 22 Jan 2015 46,111 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

nearside rear tyre close to legal limit 275/70/16

Pass 23 Jan 2014 36,550 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 30,389 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 26,162 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 21,899 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2011 21,899 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Feb 2010 19,145 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2010 19,143 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2009 16,977 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 14,389 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 12,019 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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LK53 NFV is a 2003 Mazda Tribute in Blue with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 LK53 NFV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LK53 NFV?

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What year was LK53 NFV registered?

LK53 NFV is a 2003 Mazda Tribute, first registered on 14 November 2003.

Is LK53 NFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK53 NFV shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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