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LW53 KYU

2004 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

102,506 mi
Last recorded102,506 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2016
Typical for 2004 Mazda 255,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW53 KYU
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2016 102,506 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2016 102,501 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2015 91,707 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 80,125 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

front discs slightly lipped

Fail 24 Nov 2014 80,125 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

front discs slightly lipped

Pass 27 Nov 2013 70,365 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2013 70,365 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Jan 2013 66,361 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 62,165 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 58,720 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 53,535 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2010 53,535 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 13 Jan 2009 47,530 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 41,835 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 36,914 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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LW53 KYU is a 2004 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2004 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 55,318 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 LW53 KYU, 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 22 years old, this Mazda 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LW53 KYU registered?

LW53 KYU is a 2004 Mazda 2, first registered on 30 January 2004.

Is LW53 KYU safe to buy?

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