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FH53 FOF

2003 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

119,746 mi
Last recorded119,746 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2013
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH53 FOF
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2013 119,746 miles

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

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)

front discs worn

Fail 27 Jun 2013 119,746 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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)

front discs worn

Pass 6 Apr 2012 106,766 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2012 106,766 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 89,978 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 79,259 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2010 79,249 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 10 Feb 2009 65,295 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 27 Feb 2008 56,178 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2007 54,027 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 47,764 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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FH53 FOF is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FH53 FOF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FH53 FOF registered?

FH53 FOF is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 30 November 2003.

Is FH53 FOF safe to buy?

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