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WG52 RCX

2003 Mazda Tribute

Blue Petrol 1989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

94,924 mi
Last recorded94,924 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Mazda Tribute68,317 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG52 RCX
MakeMazda
ModelTribute
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,989cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2018 94,924 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

some under vehicle components starting to corrode

Pass 6 Jan 2017 90,067 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

some under vehicle components starting to corrode

Pass 11 Jan 2016 89,090 miles

Slight play in steering rack inner joints.

Some under vehicle components starting to corrode.

Pass 19 Jan 2015 87,191 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Some under vehicle components becoming corroded

Fail 20 Jan 2014 84,653 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

rusty around rear suspension mounts

Pass 20 Jan 2014 84,653 miles

rusty around rear suspension mounts

Pass 28 Jan 2013 81,920 miles

Engine management light is on

Pass 10 Jan 2012 79,167 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 77,080 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 71,626 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2009 63,689 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 53,312 miles

Rear chassis by springs are surface rusty.

Small leak at exhaust.

Pass 8 Jan 2007 41,084 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 30,146 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda Tribute?

Based on 38,590 MOT tests across 2,673 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
6,359
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,673
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake hose excessively deteriorated 2,111
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,355
Registration plate lamp not working 1,261
position lamp(s) not working 1,195
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,111
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WG52 RCX is a 2003 Mazda Tribute in Blue with a 1,989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2003 Mazda Tribute models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 68,317 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda Tribute fails its MOT is brake hose excessively deteriorated, accounting for 2,111 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WG52 RCX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Tribute typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Mazda Tribute is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WG52 RCX registered?

WG52 RCX is a 2003 Mazda Tribute, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is WG52 RCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG52 RCX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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