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ET53 KVP

2003 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

82,806 mi
Last recorded82,806 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda 371,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET53 KVP
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 82,806 miles

rear subframe surface corrosion

Pass 14 Jan 2025 82,305 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2024 81,733 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

sill covers fitted

Pass 10 Jan 2023 81,181 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 80,535 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 80,127 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2021 80,122 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2020 79,608 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 77,955 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2019 77,952 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outersill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2018 76,551 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 75,617 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 74,366 miles

Centre Dash M I L lamp on emissions ok

Pass 14 Jan 2015 72,508 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 71,197 miles

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

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

door mirror n\s slight damage

Pass 17 Dec 2012 69,693 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2012 69,693 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Dec 2011 67,745 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2010 65,165 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 59,604 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2008 45,043 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 43,713 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Dec 2006 33,111 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 3?

Based on 2,040,939 MOT tests across 164,053 vehicles.

77.5%
Pass Rate
6,292
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
164,053
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 40,716
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18,089
position lamp(s) not working 17,568
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 13,995
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 11,940
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ET53 KVP is a 2003 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2003 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 71,549 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 40,716 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ET53 KVP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 3 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 23 years old, this Mazda 3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ET53 KVP registered?

ET53 KVP is a 2003 Mazda 3, first registered on 23 December 2003.

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The MOT history for ET53 KVP shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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