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FY52 GYV

2003 Mz Mastiff

Red Petrol 660cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,167 mi
Last recorded12,167 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mz Mastiff10,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY52 GYV
MakeMz
ModelMastiff
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine660cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 12,167 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 11,464 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2025 11,459 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Rear Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2024 10,195 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 29 May 2021 9,992 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 9,612 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 9,365 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 8,501 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2016 8,501 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies rear (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2015 8,168 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2015 8,155 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 31 May 2014 7,388 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 6,593 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 5,332 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 26 Mar 2012 5,332 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 4,783 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 2,074 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2009 2,074 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2007 1,920 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 1,709 miles

How Reliable is the Mz Mastiff?

Based on 1,067 MOT tests across 110 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
626
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
reflector on motorcycle missing 9
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
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FY52 GYV is a 2003 Mz Mastiff in Red with a 660cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Mz Mastiff models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 10,462 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 Mz Mastiff fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY52 GYV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mz Mastiff typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Mz Mastiff is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FY52 GYV registered?

FY52 GYV is a 2003 Mz Mastiff, first registered on 3 February 2003.

Is FY52 GYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY52 GYV shows 20 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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