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YC03 TCV

2003 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

74,273 mi
Last recorded74,273 miles
Recorded on16 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC03 TCV
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2016 74,273 miles
Fail 13 May 2016 74,267 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 71,904 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2014 67,006 miles

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

Fail 28 Jun 2014 67,600 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2013 64,467 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

nearside rear brake slightly bainding

Pass 21 Jun 2012 61,504 miles

nearside rear tyre outer sidewall in poor condition

Pass 18 Jun 2011 57,382 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 52,843 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 48,838 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 48,807 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

offside rear tyre getting worn

Pass 23 Jun 2008 44,724 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 42,992 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 31,598 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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YC03 TCV is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 YC03 TCV, 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 YC03 TCV registered?

YC03 TCV is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 24 April 2003.

Is YC03 TCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC03 TCV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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