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LY03 XLS

2003 Mazda Tribute

Gold Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

111,009 mi
Last recorded111,009 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2014
Typical for 2003 Mazda Tribute68,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY03 XLS
MakeMazda
ModelTribute
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2014 111,009 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

mil on

ofside rear tyer perished

Fail 28 Jan 2014 111,009 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Inner Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

mil on

ofside rear tyer perished

Pass 20 Feb 2013 84,469 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

near side front wiper blade poor condition

off side front disc very rusty

Fail 18 Feb 2013 84,449 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

near side front wiper blade poor condition

off side front disc very rusty

Pass 12 May 2012 79,800 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 May 2011 70,956 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 4 May 2010 55,677 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 1 Jun 2009 48,615 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 48,615 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 33,877 miles
Fail 31 May 2008 33,877 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 May 2007 30,192 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 18,992 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda Tribute?

Based on 38,590 MOT tests across 2,673 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
6,359
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,673
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake hose excessively deteriorated 2,111
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,355
Registration plate lamp not working 1,261
position lamp(s) not working 1,195
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,111
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LY03 XLS is a 2003 Mazda Tribute in Gold with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2003 Mazda Tribute models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 68,317 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 Tribute fails its MOT is brake hose excessively deteriorated, accounting for 2,111 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LY03 XLS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Tribute typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Mazda Tribute is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LY03 XLS registered?

LY03 XLS is a 2003 Mazda Tribute, first registered on 30 April 2003.

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