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FH53 JYC

2003 Mazda 2

Red Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

167,203 mi
Last recorded167,203 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH53 JYC
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2017 167,203 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Oil leak ()

Fail 31 Oct 2017 167,023 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Oil leak ()

Pass 2 Nov 2016 159,788 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear light cluster smashed

Oil leak ()

Fail 2 Nov 2016 159,788 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm and almost down to cords on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear light cluster smashed

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 Sep 2015 145,379 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both fronts (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres are scrubbing on the inner edge

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

child seats in rear

exhaust heat shield loose

n/s/r light lens broken and cracked no white light showing

oil leak

Fail 23 Sep 2015 145,379 miles

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

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both fronts (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres are scrubbing on the inner edge

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

child seats in rear

exhaust heat shield loose

n/s/r light lens broken and cracked no white light showing

oil leak

Pass 18 Aug 2014 125,911 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front tyres worn out on inner edge

Fail 11 Aug 2014 124,953 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front tyres worn out on inner edge

Pass 27 Aug 2013 102,051 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Nov 2012 95,664 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 87,136 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 76,557 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 65,471 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 53,921 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 41,586 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 29,810 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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 JYC is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 JYC, 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 FH53 JYC registered?

FH53 JYC is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 25 November 2003.

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