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SG53 TLK

2003 Mazda 2

Silver Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

97,914 mi
Last recorded97,914 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG53 TLK
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2019 97,914 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 95,071 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 21 Dec 2016 91,593 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 87,118 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 83,787 miles

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

both front and rear brake pipes coverd in grease cant fully inspect

Pass 7 Nov 2013 79,299 miles

Centre Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Fail 4 Nov 2013 79,290 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Centre Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2012 73,943 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2011 69,294 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 65,854 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 58,114 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 9 Nov 2009 58,046 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2008 47,052 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 36,484 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 23,430 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 TLK is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 TLK, 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 TLK registered?

SG53 TLK is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 29 October 2003.

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