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NV53 HBA

2003 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

118,542 mi
Last recorded118,542 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV53 HBA
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2016 118,542 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Oct 2015 108,624 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

engine management warning light on

Fail 24 Sep 2015 108,642 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

engine management warning light on

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2014 101,733 miles

Exhaust System Deteriorated

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

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2013 96,271 miles

rear silencer corroded

srs warning light n/w

Fail 18 Nov 2013 96,214 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

rear silencer corroded

srs warning light n/w

Pass 26 Nov 2012 88,529 miles

Most brake pipes rusty in places. Exhaust rusty and heat shield loose. Rear number plate cracked. near side front wheel rim inner edge damaged.

Pass 24 Nov 2011 82,023 miles

all exhaust system rusty

both front tyres on 4mm and wearing inner edges

heat sheild loose

most brake pipes slightly corroded

power steering rack damp

rear number plate cracked

rear tyres on 4mm and cracked down close to chords

Fail 21 Nov 2011 81,852 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

all exhaust system rusty

both front tyres on 4mm and wearing inner edges

engine man light on

heat sheild loose

most brake pipes slightly corroded

power steering rack damp

rear number plate cracked

rear tyres on 4mm and cracked down close to chords

Pass 30 Nov 2010 75,698 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 70,593 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 66,801 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 59,933 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 41,547 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)

abs wire rubbing on offside front drop link

rear No plate cracked

rear wiper blade split

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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NV53 HBA is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 NV53 HBA, 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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NV53 HBA is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 15 October 2003.

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