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SH53 ETU

2003 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

58,844 mi
Last recorded58,844 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH53 ETU
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2017 58,844 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 56,416 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2015 55,127 miles

front bumper insecure

Pass 8 Feb 2014 51,775 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 46,442 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2012 46,442 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 36,657 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Aug 2011 36,657 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2010 27,659 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 18,189 miles

Front bumper insecure

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

uneaven wear @ o/s/r tyre 175 / 65 / TR 14

Fail 5 Jun 2009 18,189 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Front bumper insecure

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

uneaven wear @ o/s/r tyre 175 / 65 / TR 14

Pass 6 Jun 2008 11,749 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Jun 2007 8,300 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2007 8,300 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Oil leak

Rear bumper insecure

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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SH53 ETU is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SH53 ETU, 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 SH53 ETU registered?

SH53 ETU is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is SH53 ETU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH53 ETU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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