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VU03 CPN

2003 Mazda Demio

Red Petrol 1323cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

90,863 mi
Last recorded90,863 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2020
Typical for 2003 Mazda Demio51,132 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 CPN
MakeMazda
ModelDemio
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,323cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 18 Mar 2020 90,863 miles

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 25 Feb 2020 90,837 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake rod has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded main (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 89,194 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Mar 2019 89,190 miles

Nearside Front Inner Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2018 87,196 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2018 87,192 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2017 85,426 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 82,940 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 79,850 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 75,863 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 70,742 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 66,235 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 60,771 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 55,419 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 49,405 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2008 44,016 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2007 35,551 miles

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

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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VU03 CPN is a 2003 Mazda Demio in Red with a 1,323cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VU03 CPN, 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 VU03 CPN registered?

VU03 CPN is a 2003 Mazda Demio, first registered on 10 March 2003.

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