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WL53 DHG

2003 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

98,592 mi
Last recorded98,592 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2013
Typical for 2003 Mazda 371,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL53 DHG
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2013 98,592 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 5 Dec 2013 98,592 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2012 79,108 miles

Front brake imbalance high 19%

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 3 Dec 2011 58,462 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 50,091 miles

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

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

Slight corrosion to rear brake discs.

Pass 12 Dec 2009 48,399 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Dec 2008 45,197 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 31 Dec 2007 41,304 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 34,364 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2006 34,362 miles

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

How Reliable is the Mazda 3?

Based on 2,040,939 MOT tests across 164,053 vehicles.

77.5%
Pass Rate
6,292
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
164,053
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 40,716
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18,089
position lamp(s) not working 17,568
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 13,995
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 11,940
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WL53 DHG is a 2003 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 71,549 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 40,716 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WL53 DHG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 3 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 23 years old, this Mazda 3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WL53 DHG registered?

WL53 DHG is a 2003 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 December 2003.

Is WL53 DHG safe to buy?

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