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MC03 SKV

2003 Mazda 2

Silver Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

114,953 mi
Last recorded114,953 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC03 SKV
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2016 114,953 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 14 Jul 2016 114,953 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle section (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

nsf dorr mirror missing

Pass 24 Jul 2015 105,254 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

front power steering pipe loose likely to fowl with power steering pump pulley

power steering pump niosy

Fail 23 Jul 2015 105,244 miles

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

front power steering pipe loose likely to fowl with power steering pump pulley

power steering pump niosy

Fail 27 Jun 2014 90,055 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust system showing signs of age

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 90,055 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust system showing signs of age

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Jun 2013 74,729 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2013 74,729 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 65,009 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 56,368 miles

(4.2A.1)All road wheels have trims fitted

(6.3.1d)The rear number plate is dirty in appearance,it appears that a replacement will soon be required

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE PRESENTER

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

SECTION - 6 - BODY,STRUCTURE AND GENERAL ITEMS

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection

Fail 30 Jun 2011 56,368 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

(4.2A.1)All road wheels have trims fitted

(6.3.1d)The rear number plate is dirty in appearance,it appears that a replacement will soon be required

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE PRESENTER

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

SECTION - 6 - BODY,STRUCTURE AND GENERAL ITEMS

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection

Pass 17 Jun 2010 49,157 miles

(4.2A.1)The road wheels have trims fitted which are preventing an inspection of the securing devices

(6.3.1b)The front number plate securing device is loose

(6.3.1d)The rear number plate is slightly dirty in appearance

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

SECTION - 6 - BODY,STRUCTURE AND GENERAL ITEMS

Fail 11 Jun 2009 39,982 miles

(2.4C.1b)The nearside rear suspension coil spring protective coating has deteriorated and surface corrosion is forming

(2.4C.1b)The offside rear suspension coil spring protective coating has deteriorated and surface corrosion is forming

(4.1D1)The nearside rear tyre is worn close to the legal limit

(4.1D1)The offside front tyre is worn close to the legal limit

(8.4.1)The bonnet lock/release mechanism is ready for service adjustments

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 39,982 miles

(2.4C.1b)The nearside rear suspension coil spring protective coating has deteriorated and surface corrosion is forming

(2.4C.1b)The offside rear suspension coil spring protective coating has deteriorated and surface corrosion is forming

(4.1D1)The nearside rear tyre is worn close to the legal limit

(4.1D1)The offside front tyre is worn close to the legal limit

(8.4.1)The bonnet lock/release mechanism is ready for service adjustments

Pass 16 Jun 2008 28,603 miles

(1.6B1.2)the offside front driving dipped beam is set on the horizontal limit of 0.5%.

(3.7A.2e)the front brakes imbalance is varying between (0 - 25 - 13%),recommend servicing

(3.7A.5c)the rear service brakes rate of change is approximately 050Kgf indifference,recommend servicing

(4.1D1)the nearside front tyre outer shoulder is worn close to the legal limit

(7.1.1a)the rear exhaust silencer has excessive corrosion present and may soon require renewal

Pass 23 Jul 2007 21,490 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 17,129 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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MC03 SKV is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 MC03 SKV, 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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MC03 SKV is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 28 July 2003.

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