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MM53 JTV

2003 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

68,514 mi
Last recorded68,514 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2022
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM53 JTV
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2022 68,514 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2021 68,049 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2020 67,358 miles

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

Fail 5 Feb 2020 67,358 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 31 Jan 2019 63,472 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2018 59,281 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 18 Jan 2017 54,007 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 48,334 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2016 48,332 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 42,871 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

centre stop lamp not working

Pass 21 Jan 2014 37,242 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 29,914 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 24,558 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2012 24,558 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2011 20,070 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 17,441 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 14,276 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 12,708 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 12,703 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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MM53 JTV 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 MM53 JTV, 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 MM53 JTV registered?

MM53 JTV is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 23 December 2003.

Is MM53 JTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM53 JTV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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