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VE53 OTK

2003 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

98,168 mi
Last recorded98,168 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2023
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE53 OTK
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Fail 3 Jan 2023 98,168 miles

Brake performance not tested fliud leaking form nearside front (1.2.1 (g))

Central Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Central Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

exhaust front flexi joint deteriorated

Pass 11 Jan 2022 90,774 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 86,045 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 84,972 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 75,308 miles

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

Fail 27 Nov 2018 75,308 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2017 65,871 miles

fuel filler pipes corroded

Pass 8 Nov 2016 64,935 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 63,048 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Front tyre outer side wall slightly damaged

Fail 25 Nov 2015 63,033 miles

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

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded rear section (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Front tyre outer side wall slightly damaged

Pass 11 Nov 2014 38,909 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 11 Nov 2013 54,838 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 20 Nov 2012 50,024 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2011 46,326 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2011 46,326 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2010 43,515 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 39,512 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 33,616 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 28,948 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 23,643 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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VE53 OTK is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VE53 OTK, 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 VE53 OTK registered?

VE53 OTK is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 20 November 2003.

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