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FM52 YYA

2003 Mazda Tribute

Silver Petrol 1989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

102,223 mi
Last recorded102,223 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2011
Typical for 2003 Mazda Tribute68,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM52 YYA
MakeMazda
ModelTribute
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,989cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2011 102,223 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

offside tierod/drumstick worn

Fail 21 Sep 2011 102,072 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

offside tierod/drumstick worn

Pass 1 Oct 2010 90,578 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 13 May 2009 73,689 miles

o/s/r ABS ring heavaly corroded. System working ok at time of test

Pass 16 May 2008 61,531 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 50,670 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 12 Apr 2007 50,050 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 23 Mar 2006 37,487 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda Tribute?

Based on 38,590 MOT tests across 2,673 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
6,359
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,673
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake hose excessively deteriorated 2,111
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,355
Registration plate lamp not working 1,261
position lamp(s) not working 1,195
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,111
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FM52 YYA is a 2003 Mazda Tribute in Silver with a 1,989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Mazda Tribute models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 68,317 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda Tribute fails its MOT is brake hose excessively deteriorated, accounting for 2,111 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FM52 YYA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Tribute typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Mazda Tribute is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FM52 YYA registered?

FM52 YYA is a 2003 Mazda Tribute, first registered on 29 January 2003.

Is FM52 YYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM52 YYA shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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