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BJ53 UXT

2003 Mazda 2

Blue Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

97,707 mi
Last recorded97,707 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ53 UXT
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 97,707 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Mar 2026 97,707 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 90,347 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 83,758 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 77,721 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 75,478 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2021 75,478 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2020 73,646 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 69,943 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2019 69,943 miles

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 64,815 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Jul 2018 64,815 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 58,644 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2015 56,725 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 53,906 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside wiper blade splittin but still clearing

Pass 20 Feb 2013 50,356 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 48,289 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 43,773 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 40,926 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 31,107 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 25,518 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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BJ53 UXT is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 BJ53 UXT, 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 BJ53 UXT registered?

BJ53 UXT is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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