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PN53 OTR

2003 Mazda 2

Red Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2018
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

116,918 mi
Last recorded116,918 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN53 OTR
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2017 116,918 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2017 116,918 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 106,887 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2016 106,887 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 100,475 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2015 100,475 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 92,195 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2014 92,195 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Fail 29 Jul 2013 85,076 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 77,350 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 68,955 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 60,994 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2009 55,043 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2009 55,043 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 48,363 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2007 43,714 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 43,714 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 35,810 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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PN53 OTR is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 PN53 OTR, 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 PN53 OTR registered?

PN53 OTR is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is PN53 OTR safe to buy?

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