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LV53 FBC

2003 Mazda 2

Blue Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

43,186 mi
Last recorded43,186 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 FBC
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2018 43,186 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 42,234 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 41,763 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 41,017 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 40,288 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 38,736 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

failed its first emission test passed second emission test

power steering rack slightly weaping

Pass 13 Sep 2012 37,052 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 33,470 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 31,644 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 29,404 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 23,563 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 19,421 miles

Advise rear brake imbalance

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 19,421 miles

Advise rear brake imbalance

Pass 9 Sep 2006 15,092 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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LV53 FBC is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 LV53 FBC, 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 LV53 FBC registered?

LV53 FBC is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 10 September 2003.

Is LV53 FBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 FBC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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