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NU03 ZFY

2003 Mazda Demio

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

124,004 mi
Last recorded124,004 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Mazda Demio51,132 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU03 ZFY
MakeMazda
ModelDemio
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2016 124,004 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

all suspension rubbers deteriorated. Underbody corrosion.

Pass 13 Aug 2015 122,067 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all pipes. (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside Front fog lamp inoperative. General underbody corrosion.

Fail 10 Aug 2015 122,067 miles

Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded both rear sills. (5.2.6)

Brake pipe slightly corroded all pipes. (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside Front fog lamp inoperative. General underbody corrosion.

Pass 4 Aug 2014 120,337 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2013 110,370 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

o/s/f brake backing plate deteriorated

Pass 11 Jun 2012 95,912 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2011 88,899 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2010 78,425 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 66,435 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 66,434 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2007 56,635 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 45,368 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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NU03 ZFY is a 2003 Mazda Demio in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 NU03 ZFY, 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 NU03 ZFY registered?

NU03 ZFY is a 2003 Mazda Demio, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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