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FX03 VWA

2003 Mazda Tribute

Silver Petrol 1989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

114,601 mi
Last recorded114,601 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2012
Typical for 2003 Mazda Tribute68,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX03 VWA
MakeMazda
ModelTribute
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,989cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2012 114,601 miles

O/S/F ABS sensor ring broken. ABS system still operating ok.

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

Pass 25 Mar 2011 107,092 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 99,661 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 92,007 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2008 83,470 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 75,147 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2007 75,147 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2006 56,638 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2006 56,065 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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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FX03 VWA is a 2003 Mazda Tribute in Silver with a 1,989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FX03 VWA, 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 FX03 VWA registered?

FX03 VWA is a 2003 Mazda Tribute, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is FX03 VWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX03 VWA shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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