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SH03 SZD

2003 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2011
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,493 mi
Last recorded89,493 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2010
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH03 SZD
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 13 Nov 2010 89,493 miles

ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT ON

Pass 6 Mar 2008 82,408 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 78,602 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 May 2006 58,318 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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SH03 SZD is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SH03 SZD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SH03 SZD registered?

SH03 SZD is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 29 May 2003.

Is SH03 SZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH03 SZD shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SH03 SZD have outstanding finance?

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