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SG53 TKY

2003 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

152,955 mi
Last recorded152,955 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG53 TKY
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2019 152,955 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 4 Jul 2018 145,688 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 135,268 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2016 124,533 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 115,376 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 103,503 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2014 103,503 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2013 91,912 miles

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 80,169 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 67,927 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 56,124 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 43,548 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 29,892 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 29,892 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 28,118 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 23,081 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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SG53 TKY is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its 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 SG53 TKY, 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 SG53 TKY registered?

SG53 TKY is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 8 September 2003.

Is SG53 TKY safe to buy?

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