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LU03 JKE

2003 Mazda E Series

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

235,572 mi
Last recorded235,572 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Mazda E Series115,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLU03 JKE
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 235,572 miles

Nearside Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner sill corroded centre. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 1 Dec 2025 235,572 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner sill corroded centre. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2024 228,249 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis/body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 217,499 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Nov 2023 217,451 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 205,226 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 203,222 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

brake fluid discoloured

Fail 29 Nov 2021 203,222 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

brake fluid discoloured

Pass 11 Nov 2020 201,252 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 May 2019 189,036 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both headlights are slightly hazy

Fail 1 May 2019 189,036 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both headlights are slightly hazy

Pass 1 May 2018 174,221 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2017 155,750 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre worn on edge 3 m/m tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre worn on edge 2 m/m tread (4.1.E.1)

wheel trims fitted wheel nuts not checked

Pass 28 Apr 2016 136,908 miles

under body covers fitted

wheel trims fitted wheel nuts not checked

Fail 28 Apr 2016 136,908 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure bulge on outer wall (4.1.D.1b)

under body covers fitted

wheel trims fitted wheel nuts not checked

Pass 5 May 2015 122,434 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES ARE BADLY AGE CRACKED

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 5 May 2015 122,434 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

BOTH REAR TYRES ARE BADLY AGE CRACKED

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 May 2014 106,260 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 106,260 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

How Reliable is the Mazda E Series?

Based on 81,836 MOT tests across 9,731 vehicles.

68.3%
Pass Rate
6,018
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
9,731
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,794
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,584
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,919
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,399
brake binding 2,340
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LU03 JKE is a 2003 Mazda E Series in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2003 Mazda E Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 115,428 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 E Series fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 4,794 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LU03 JKE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda E Series typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 23 years old, this Mazda E Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LU03 JKE registered?

LU03 JKE is a 2003 Mazda E Series, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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