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FL53 HZB

2003 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

95,810 mi
Last recorded95,810 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 HZB
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2021 95,810 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Feb 2021 95,810 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 89,444 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2019 70,101 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 66,303 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 29 Jan 2018 66,303 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Feb 2017 60,645 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Feb 2016 54,478 miles

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

Fail 3 Feb 2016 54,478 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2015 48,284 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 42,500 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2013 39,182 miles

both rear tyres worn to 2mm on edges

Fail 13 Feb 2013 39,182 miles

Offside Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both rear tyres worn to 2mm on edges

Pass 10 Feb 2012 30,668 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 27,523 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 23,382 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 17,847 miles

nearside front tyre outer sidewall damaged and glued down. cannot inspect damage.

Pass 11 Oct 2007 13,740 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 10,304 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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FL53 HZB is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 FL53 HZB, 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 FL53 HZB registered?

FL53 HZB is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 4 September 2003.

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The MOT history for FL53 HZB shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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