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SL53 VMG

2003 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

137,031 mi
Last recorded137,031 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL53 VMG
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2016 137,031 miles

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

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

oil leak engine

Fail 26 Jan 2016 137,030 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Front front parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

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

oil leak engine

Pass 20 Jan 2015 134,209 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fuel filler neck pipes corroded

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

Oil leak

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

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

Vehicle only just met emmission requirements.

Wiper mechanisim worn allowing blades to hit scuttle

Fail 19 Jan 2015 134,209 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fuel filler neck pipes corroded

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

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

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

Vehicle only just met emmission requirements.

Wiper mechanisim worn allowing blades to hit scuttle

Pass 22 Feb 2014 124,683 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 22 Feb 2014 124,683 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2013 112,092 miles

small chip in passenger side of the windscreen

Pass 9 Jan 2012 98,697 miles

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

advise tracking adjustment tyres wearing on edges

Fail 9 Jan 2012 98,697 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

advise tracking adjustment tyres wearing on edges

Pass 16 Jan 2011 84,522 miles

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

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

engine light on

n/s/r wheel noisey on rotation(clunking)

Pass 8 Jan 2010 72,786 miles

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

Fail 8 Jan 2010 72,786 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2008 50,537 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2008 50,537 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 15 Oct 2007 36,491 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 22,398 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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SL53 VMG is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 SL53 VMG, 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 SL53 VMG registered?

SL53 VMG is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 28 November 2003.

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