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EA53 DBX

2003 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

85,951 mi
Last recorded85,951 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA53 DBX
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2019 85,951 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 83,209 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 80,884 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 11 Dec 2015 76,131 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2015 76,131 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 18 Dec 2014 71,689 miles

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

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 71,689 miles

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 20 Dec 2013 67,156 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2012 62,804 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2012 62,804 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2011 55,826 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2011 55,826 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Dec 2010 48,933 miles

osf tyre worn on edge

Pass 11 Dec 2009 42,821 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Fail 9 Dec 2009 42,821 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 3 Jan 2008 29,199 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2008 29,199 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2006 18,630 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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EA53 DBX is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 EA53 DBX, 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 EA53 DBX registered?

EA53 DBX is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is EA53 DBX safe to buy?

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