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YE53 LUF

2003 Mazda Tribute

Black Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2016
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

117,311 mi
Last recorded117,311 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Mazda Tribute68,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE53 LUF
MakeMazda
ModelTribute
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2015 117,311 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 112,846 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 106,018 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 95,113 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 90,993 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 90,908 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 11 Aug 2011 90,908 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2010 81,342 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 78,309 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 78,011 miles

slight play on offside front rack arm

Pass 21 Oct 2008 72,965 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2008 72,961 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Feb 2008 70,649 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

handbrake lever travel

Pass 22 Feb 2008 70,649 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

handbrake lever travel

Pass 27 Feb 2007 65,279 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 62,982 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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YE53 LUF is a 2003 Mazda Tribute in Black with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YE53 LUF, 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 YE53 LUF registered?

YE53 LUF is a 2003 Mazda Tribute, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is YE53 LUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE53 LUF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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