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WP53 KLJ

2003 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

79,636 mi
Last recorded79,636 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Mazda 371,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP53 KLJ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2020 79,636 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

general corrosion

Pass 26 Oct 2019 75,558 miles

general corrosion

Fail 23 Oct 2019 75,525 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

general corrosion

Pass 3 Nov 2018 70,859 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 66,678 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 25 Oct 2016 16,276 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 55,555 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 50,405 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 44,071 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 38,155 miles

front tyres perrished badly

Pass 2 Nov 2011 30,963 miles

cut in sidewall on n/s front tyre

rear tyres very slightly perrished

Pass 15 Dec 2010 23,553 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 19,522 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 17,509 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 15,943 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2006 14,064 miles

nearside front wiper juddery

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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WP53 KLJ is a 2003 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 WP53 KLJ, 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 WP53 KLJ registered?

WP53 KLJ is a 2003 Mazda 3, first registered on 22 December 2003.

Is WP53 KLJ safe to buy?

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