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SX52 BKU

2003 Mazda Demio

Silver Petrol 1323cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

59,662 mi
Last recorded59,662 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Mazda Demio51,132 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSX52 BKU
MakeMazda
ModelDemio
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,323cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2017 59,662 miles

slight surface corrosion various places

Pass 8 Sep 2016 55,438 miles

0sf outer cvj gaiter small clip adrift...gaiter is still sealing at this time...advise fit clip asap

Pass 22 Jul 2015 54,021 miles

eml warning light on

Pass 25 Feb 2014 51,274 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 51,274 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

eml light on

Pass 18 Feb 2013 48,785 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2013 48,785 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 22 Dec 2011 45,938 miles

both front tyres close to limit wearing on edges

dust cover on o/s front lower ball joint broken

Fail 11 Jan 2011 44,272 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

front brake pads close to legal limit

Pass 11 Jan 2011 44,272 miles

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

front brake pads close to legal limit

Pass 11 Jan 2010 42,006 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2010 42,006 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Jan 2009 38,026 miles

n/s/f and o/s/f tyres worn

o/s/f outer c.v joint leaking grease

o/s/r tyre worn,getting low

srs light on indicating a fault

Pass 27 Sep 2007 32,820 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2007 32,820 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 26,338 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda Demio?

Based on 136,409 MOT tests across 10,090 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
4,600
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
10,090
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,070
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,472
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,970
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,593
brake binding 3,343
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SX52 BKU is a 2003 Mazda Demio in Silver with a 1,323cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2003 Mazda Demio models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 51,132 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 Demio fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 7,070 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SX52 BKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Demio typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Mazda Demio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SX52 BKU registered?

SX52 BKU is a 2003 Mazda Demio, first registered on 26 February 2003.

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The MOT history for SX52 BKU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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