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PL52 XLY

2003 Mazda E Series

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jan 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

178,507 mi
Last recorded178,507 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda E Series115,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL52 XLY
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2026 178,507 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 171,596 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge X 2 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 164,029 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 155,552 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 145,908 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 137,928 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all underside appears to have been under sealed in places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

top covers under trays sill covers fitted

Pass 30 Apr 2019 135,967 miles

engine/under/sill covers

Pass 3 May 2018 125,199 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 123,744 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 122,363 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2015 119,116 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2015 119,116 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 113,851 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 112,284 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda E Series?

Based on 81,836 MOT tests across 9,731 vehicles.

68.3%
Pass Rate
6,018
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
9,731
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,794
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,584
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,919
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,399
brake binding 2,340
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PL52 XLY is a 2003 Mazda E Series in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2003 Mazda E Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 115,428 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda E Series fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 4,794 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PL52 XLY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda E Series typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 23 years old, this Mazda E Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PL52 XLY registered?

PL52 XLY is a 2003 Mazda E Series, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is PL52 XLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL52 XLY shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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