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FG53 UAE

2003 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

98,286 mi
Last recorded98,286 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 UAE
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2017 98,286 miles

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

wiper linkage worn

Fail 11 Apr 2017 98,286 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

wiper linkage worn

Pass 7 Apr 2016 78,106 miles

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

Fail 7 Apr 2016 78,106 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2015 59,523 miles

advise wiper mechanism worn

all brake pipes slightly corroded

Fail 13 Apr 2015 59,523 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

advise wiper mechanism worn

Pass 31 Mar 2014 41,303 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 31 Mar 2014 41,303 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 9 Apr 2013 28,927 miles

offside rear tyre cracking slightly

Pass 12 Dec 2011 28,844 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 27,864 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 26,150 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 25,229 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 23,026 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 19,806 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2006 19,806 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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FG53 UAE is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 FG53 UAE, 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 FG53 UAE registered?

FG53 UAE is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 28 October 2003.

Is FG53 UAE safe to buy?

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