CarVerify

Free Car Check

BF03 YDA

2003 Mazda 2

Blue Diesel 1399cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2023
Tests27 (17 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate63%

Mileage

147,168 mi
Last recorded147,168 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2022
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF03 YDA
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 10 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2022 147,168 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Apr 2022 147,168 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 144,611 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear. (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 7 Feb 2020 142,606 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 7 Feb 2020 142,606 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 1 Feb 2019 127,747 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Feb 2018 112,780 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front steel rim fitted

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 3 Feb 2018 112,780 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front steel rim fitted

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 11 Feb 2017 98,425 miles

Spare tyre defective ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

nearside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy

steel wheel fitted to offside front

Fail 11 Feb 2017 98,425 miles

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

Spare tyre defective ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

nearside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy

steel wheel fitted to offside front

Pass 14 Jan 2016 85,052 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear child seat fitted

Nearside Rear wheel bearing slightly noisy

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

oil leak

Fail 14 Jan 2016 85,052 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working side light (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear child seat fitted

Nearside Rear wheel bearing slightly noisy

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

oil leak

Pass 16 Jan 2015 79,463 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2015 79,463 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2014 78,104 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2013 78,079 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 73,024 miles

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

offside rear tyre cracking/spliting

Fail 10 Sep 2012 73,020 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

offside rear tyre cracking/spliting

Pass 22 Aug 2011 65,438 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Fail 22 Aug 2011 65,437 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Fail 20 Aug 2010 57,156 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 57,156 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 49,567 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 23 Aug 2008 40,977 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 32,286 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 31,692 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 23,364 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
Full Mazda 2 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BF03 YDA is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BF03 YDA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BF03 YDA?

You can check the full history of BF03 YDA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BF03 YDA registered?

BF03 YDA is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is BF03 YDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF03 YDA shows 27 tests with a 63% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BF03 YDA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BF03 YDA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.