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EX03 NEF

2003 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

81,455 mi
Last recorded81,455 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX03 NEF
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2019 81,455 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has had side wall repair

Fail 2 Apr 2019 81,450 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear tyre has had side wall repair

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

Pass 7 Mar 2018 74,118 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2017 66,650 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 61,438 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2015 58,304 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 53,993 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 50,220 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 46,981 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 44,353 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 39,249 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 35,472 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 30,620 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Feb 2007 25,755 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2007 25,755 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 16 Feb 2006 19,578 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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EX03 NEF is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 EX03 NEF, 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 EX03 NEF registered?

EX03 NEF is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 12 March 2003.

Is EX03 NEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX03 NEF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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