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AP53 FBF

2004 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

85,268 mi
Last recorded85,268 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Mazda 255,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP53 FBF
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 85,268 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 16 Aug 2025 85,268 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 75,938 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 12 Aug 2024 75,938 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 69,805 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 59,893 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 Jul 2022 59,893 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 52,321 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 52,041 miles

Coolant leak ()

Pass 29 Jan 2019 34,613 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 28,923 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 26,586 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 24,659 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 23,153 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 21,739 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 20,214 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 19,476 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 18,672 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 17,815 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 17,203 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 15,916 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 12,851 miles

nsf tyreperishing slightly and small cracks in tyre between tread grooves

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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AP53 FBF is a 2004 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2004 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 55,318 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 AP53 FBF, 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 22 years old, this Mazda 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AP53 FBF registered?

AP53 FBF is a 2004 Mazda 2, first registered on 12 January 2004.

Is AP53 FBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP53 FBF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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