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SR53 ALO

2004 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2021
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

42,523 mi
Last recorded42,523 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2020
Typical for 2004 Mazda 255,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSR53 ALO
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2020 42,523 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 42,067 miles

Coil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 1756514sr (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Mar 2020 42,067 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from cylinder to flex (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from cylinder to flex (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Coil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 1756514sr (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 40,409 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both brake pipes at back of drums corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres perishing across tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 38,585 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 36,928 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2017 36,920 miles

Brake performance not tested not tested due to coil spring and brake pipes (3.7.A.1) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe excessively corroded all four brake pipes excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Mar 2016 35,115 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Fail 16 Mar 2015 33,572 miles

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

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

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 33,572 miles

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

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 32,049 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2014 32,049 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 30,465 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2013 30,465 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2012 26,820 miles

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

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

rear wiper torn

Pass 14 Mar 2011 22,313 miles

both front wipers tearing

offside front brake pipe starting to corrode

slight corrosion on exhaust and hangers

slight corrosion on offside rear and nearside front brake pipes

very slight front brake imbalance

wheel trims marked

Pass 23 Mar 2010 17,338 miles

both front tyres low tread and wearing on edges

offside front brake pipe slightly corroded

Pass 23 Mar 2009 12,595 miles

rear wiper torn

steering rack damp

Pass 21 Mar 2008 7,873 miles

all four wheel trims loose

rear wiper torn

Fail 21 Mar 2008 7,873 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

all four wheel trims loose

rear wiper torn

Pass 4 Apr 2007 3,864 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2007 3,834 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Jan 2007 3,834 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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SR53 ALO is a 2004 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2004 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 55,318 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 SR53 ALO, 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 22 years old, this Mazda 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SR53 ALO registered?

SR53 ALO is a 2004 Mazda 2, first registered on 30 January 2004.

Is SR53 ALO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SR53 ALO shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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