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OV03 VHJ

2003 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,953 mi
Last recorded32,953 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV03 VHJ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 21 Jul 2017 32,953 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 175-65-14 82t (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 15 Jul 2015 32,705 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2015 32,705 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 32,483 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 31,679 miles

nearside front tyre has small cut on inner side wall

Fail 31 Jan 2012 31,130 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 31,130 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 27,676 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 25,720 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 17,131 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2006 15,251 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2006 15,251 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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OV03 VHJ is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OV03 VHJ, 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 OV03 VHJ registered?

OV03 VHJ is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 6 May 2003.

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The MOT history for OV03 VHJ shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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