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LV53 DHO

2003 Mazda MPV

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

74,489 mi
Last recorded74,489 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Mazda MPV74,420 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 DHO
MakeMazda
ModelMPV
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 7 Oct 2019 74,489 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

corrosion on underside of vehicle.

Pass 27 Sep 2018 56,869 miles

Both front headlamps deteriorated.

Both front tyres devoid of tread on inner edge.

Corrosion on underside of vehicle.

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust heat shield loose.

Pass 20 Sep 2017 46,128 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 44,367 miles

front discs corroded

Fail 28 Sep 2016 44,361 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

front discs corroded

Pass 17 Sep 2015 42,633 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2014 40,989 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 39,128 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 36,618 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 33,731 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 30,769 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 27,345 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 22,772 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 18,428 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2007 18,428 miles

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2006 13,310 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MPV?

Based on 44,611 MOT tests across 3,157 vehicles.

68.2%
Pass Rate
6,780
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
3,157
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,975
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,401
position lamp(s) not working 1,305
Registration plate lamp not working 1,115
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 982
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LV53 DHO is a 2003 Mazda MPV in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2003 Mazda MPV models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 74,420 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MPV fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,975 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LV53 DHO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MPV typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 23 years old, this Mazda MPV is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LV53 DHO registered?

LV53 DHO is a 2003 Mazda MPV, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is LV53 DHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 DHO shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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