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LV03 MJU

2003 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

131,960 mi
Last recorded131,960 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV03 MJU
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 131,960 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Feb 2025 131,954 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2023 131,842 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 27 Sep 2022 129,777 miles

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

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 14 Jul 2021 111,867 miles

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

Rear metal brake pipes corroded

Pass 8 Jun 2020 95,145 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2019 75,065 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2018 62,894 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 57,151 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 57,151 miles

Offside Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 46,863 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 39,746 miles

both front tyres outer edges

Pass 25 Feb 2014 33,262 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 30,809 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012
Pass 23 Feb 2011 25,330 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 22,628 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 19,207 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 15,876 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 13,139 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 10,168 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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LV03 MJU is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 LV03 MJU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LV03 MJU registered?

LV03 MJU is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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The MOT history for LV03 MJU shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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