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FL53 OPA

2003 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

60,831 mi
Last recorded60,831 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 OPA
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2017 60,831 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

Pass 23 Jan 2016 55,222 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Jan 2016 55,222 miles

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively o/s (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Feb 2015 51,112 miles

front number plate cracked

n/s/f tyre slight cut on sidewall

Fail 10 Sep 2014 50,561 miles

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

n/s/r seat belt not tested due to child seat

Pass 10 Sep 2014 50,561 miles

n/s/r seat belt not tested due to child seat

Pass 12 Sep 2013 48,045 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2013 48,045 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Aug 2012 43,324 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 39,792 miles

n/s/r tyre outer side wall cracked!

o/s/r tyre outer side wall cracked!

Pass 12 Aug 2010 35,800 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 31,525 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2008 26,846 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 21,963 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 17,359 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 OPA is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OPA, 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 FL53 OPA registered?

FL53 OPA is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 11 September 2003.

Is FL53 OPA safe to buy?

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