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MF03 OZH

2003 Mazda Demio

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2024
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

61,011 mi
Last recorded61,011 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Mazda Demio51,132 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF03 OZH
MakeMazda
ModelDemio
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2023 61,011 miles

Central Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced back panel at spare tyre (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear lights taped up o/s n/s

Fail 16 Oct 2023 61,011 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Central Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced back panel at spare tyre (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear lights taped up o/s n/s

Pass 11 Oct 2022 60,199 miles

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s n/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear panel holed in wheel

Fail 11 Oct 2022 60,199 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s n/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear panel holed in wheel

Pass 11 Oct 2021 59,202 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 58,234 miles

Rear lights taped up and bumper

Pass 16 Oct 2019 57,299 miles

Front boot back panel holed

Pass 15 Oct 2018 56,361 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Oct 2018 56,361 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 55,342 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 55,342 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 54,356 miles

Centre Rear back panel rusting near spare tyre well

Fail 18 Oct 2016 54,356 miles

Centre Rear back panel rusting near spare tyre well

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Feb 2014 54,184 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 53,754 miles

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 28 Feb 2012 52,919 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 52,919 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 52,117 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 52,117 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 50,977 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2010 50,977 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2009 49,744 miles

Rear bumper insecure

Slight damage to the nearside rear lens cluster

Fail 6 Mar 2009 49,744 miles

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

Rear bumper insecure

Slight damage to the nearside rear lens cluster

Fail 27 Feb 2008 48,087 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Feb 2008 48,087 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 47,456 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 23 Feb 2007 47,456 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 7 Feb 2006 38,394 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda Demio?

Based on 136,409 MOT tests across 10,090 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
4,600
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
10,090
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,070
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,472
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,970
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,593
brake binding 3,343
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MF03 OZH is a 2003 Mazda Demio in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2003 Mazda Demio models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 51,132 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 Demio fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 7,070 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MF03 OZH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Demio typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Mazda Demio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MF03 OZH registered?

MF03 OZH is a 2003 Mazda Demio, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is MF03 OZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF03 OZH shows 28 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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