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LV53 URD

2003 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

79,026 mi
Last recorded79,026 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 URD
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 79,026 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 74,174 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2024 74,174 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 69,502 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 12 Aug 2022 64,987 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 63,475 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 61,574 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both side (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 58,958 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 54,061 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 49,510 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 46,233 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2016 46,233 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2015 43,720 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 40,952 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 37,636 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 34,273 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 30,347 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 25,680 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 20,493 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 16,153 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 13,042 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2006 8,855 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 8,855 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 URD is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 URD, 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 URD registered?

LV53 URD is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is LV53 URD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 URD shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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