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YE53 LUJ

2003 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

81,412 mi
Last recorded81,412 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE53 LUJ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2018 81,412 miles

Front headlight aim is poor

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

underbody sign of corrosion rear axle corroded

Pass 3 Feb 2017 75,011 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 70,635 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage at rack (2.3.3b)

Fail 24 Mar 2016 70,635 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage at rack (2.3.3b)

Pass 26 Sep 2015 66,874 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 60,247 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2013 54,458 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 46,102 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 48,993 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

expansion tank leaking due to excess presuring

o/s/f wiper blade slightly split

Pass 26 Mar 2011 42,378 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 36,519 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 23 Sep 2009 36,503 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 36,503 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 29,100 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 22,971 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 16,829 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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YE53 LUJ is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YE53 LUJ, 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 YE53 LUJ registered?

YE53 LUJ is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is YE53 LUJ safe to buy?

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