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PL53 WLX

2004 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

167,966 mi
Last recorded167,966 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2019
Typical for 2004 Mazda 255,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL53 WLX
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2019 167,966 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Feb 2019 167,963 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 158,409 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 153,582 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 142,324 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 135,812 miles

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

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

exhaust heat shield insecure

Fail 23 Feb 2015 135,812 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

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

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 19 Feb 2014 130,786 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2012 118,111 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 28 Dec 2012 118,111 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2012 105,384 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 105,384 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 91,306 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 77,300 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2009 62,307 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 48,884 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 20 Jan 2007 36,439 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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PL53 WLX is a 2004 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2004 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 55,318 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 PL53 WLX, 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 22 years old, this Mazda 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PL53 WLX registered?

PL53 WLX is a 2004 Mazda 2, first registered on 30 January 2004.

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