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SC52 MFU

2003 Mazda Demio

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

61,262 mi
Last recorded61,262 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Mazda Demio51,132 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC52 MFU
MakeMazda
ModelDemio
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2015 61,262 miles

advise front pads low

Fail 7 Mar 2014 58,038 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 58,038 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 56,808 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 55,684 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 50,985 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 46,725 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 41,363 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 33,548 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 29,242 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Jan 2006 21,978 miles

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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SC52 MFU is a 2003 Mazda Demio in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SC52 MFU, 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 SC52 MFU registered?

SC52 MFU is a 2003 Mazda Demio, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is SC52 MFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC52 MFU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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