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MJ03 OTM

2003 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

169,766 mi
Last recorded169,766 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ03 OTM
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2021 169,766 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 165,071 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 160,565 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 155,031 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 150,384 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 150,384 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed both (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2015 144,459 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 137,693 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2013 115,970 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 96,757 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 77,717 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 62,324 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 60,912 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

rear number plate starting to deteriorate but not yet distorting letters

Fail 14 May 2009 50,995 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 May 2009 50,995 miles

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

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

Fail 15 May 2008 39,764 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 May 2008 39,764 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 17 May 2007 30,644 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 22,582 miles

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

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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MJ03 OTM is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 MJ03 OTM, 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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What year was MJ03 OTM registered?

MJ03 OTM is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 30 April 2003.

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