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MF53 FTN

2003 Mazda 2

Red Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

138,093 mi
Last recorded138,093 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF53 FTN
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 138,093 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Mar 2026 138,090 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2025 134,795 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Mar 2025 134,790 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2024 131,155 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 13 Mar 2024 131,153 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 20 Mar 2023 130,069 miles

Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn BOTH REAR AXLE BUSHES WORN (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Mar 2023 130,069 miles

Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn BOTH REAR AXLE BUSHES WORN (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced BOTH FRONT (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH FRONTS (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 128,889 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 128,521 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 127,853 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 125,110 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre non repairabke ()

Pass 6 Mar 2018 123,427 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 122,590 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded at flexi pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 122,117 miles

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 121,478 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

os wiper split but still clearing

Pass 3 Mar 2014 120,503 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2014 120,499 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2013 117,400 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 110,505 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 99,590 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 92,943 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 87,264 miles

both rear tyres scrubbing inner and outer edges and getting low

rear beam bushes getting worn

Pass 1 Sep 2008 71,143 miles

both rear tyres scrubbing outer edges and getting low

nearside front tyre scrubbing outer edges

Pass 31 Aug 2007 50,261 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 27,725 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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MF53 FTN is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 MF53 FTN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MF53 FTN registered?

MF53 FTN is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is MF53 FTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF53 FTN shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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