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LV53 KJU

2003 Mazda 2

Red Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2024
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

244,024 mi
Last recorded244,024 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2023
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 KJU
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2023 244,024 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2023 244,024 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 233,948 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2022 233,778 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 219,713 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 211,487 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2019 199,946 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Fail 15 Oct 2019 199,946 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2018 185,408 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 173,897 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 12 Oct 2017 173,897 miles

Central Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 24 Sep 2016 155,868 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Sep 2015 142,646 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2015 142,646 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 129,177 miles

slight noise nearside rear wheel bearing

Pass 21 Sep 2013 110,673 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 100,660 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2011 91,575 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2011 91,575 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Sep 2010 80,110 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 71,638 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 63,823 miles

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 12 Sep 2008 63,797 miles

Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 48,876 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2006 32,096 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 KJU is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KJU, 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 LV53 KJU registered?

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

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