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PL52 AUO

2003 Mazda Demio

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

137,440 mi
Last recorded137,440 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2013
Typical for 2003 Mazda Demio51,132 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL52 AUO
MakeMazda
ModelDemio
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2013 137,440 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 136,762 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 109,940 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 109,940 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 93,013 miles

airbag lamp flashing

chip in windscreen

nail in n/s/r tyre

rear sidelamps slight interaction with hazards

surface corrosion to brake pipes

Fail 30 Jun 2011 93,013 miles

Front Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)

Front Service brake indicates brake judder (3.7.D.1)

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

airbag lamp flashing

chip in windscreen

front discs corroded and lipped

nail in n/s/r tyre

rear sidelamps slight interaction with hazards

surface corrosion to brake pipes

Pass 28 Jun 2010 78,074 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2009 58,443 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 37,115 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 Jun 2008 37,115 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 33,465 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 33,465 miles

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

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

offside front brake binding slightly

Pass 5 May 2006 28,770 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 28,770 miles

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

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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PL52 AUO is a 2003 Mazda Demio in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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

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 PL52 AUO, 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 PL52 AUO registered?

PL52 AUO is a 2003 Mazda Demio, first registered on 10 February 2003.

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