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GF53 RKA

2003 Mazda Tribute

Silver Petrol 1989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

84,664 mi
Last recorded84,664 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Mazda Tribute68,317 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 RKA
MakeMazda
ModelTribute
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,989cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Fail 17 Oct 2018 84,664 miles

Exhaust system insecure all (6.1.2 (a))

Front Position lamp not working NS/OS (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps NS/OS (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced NS/OS/inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security NS/OS (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 77,405 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 72,271 miles

exhaust system slightly deteriorated.

Pass 28 Sep 2015 69,157 miles

slight corrosion under vehicle.

Fail 3 Oct 2014 66,016 miles

2 x exhaust brackets broken

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 66,016 miles

2 x exhaust brackets broken

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Oct 2013 63,077 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 4 Oct 2012 56,828 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear axle beam corroding

Pass 5 Oct 2011 53,021 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front brake discs slightly corroded

Fail 5 Oct 2011 53,019 miles

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 8 Oct 2010 48,190 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

exhaust mountings on exhaust very rusty

Fail 1 Oct 2010 48,181 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

exhaust mountings on exhaust very rusty

Pass 30 Sep 2009 43,679 miles

Front discs starting to pit

Offside rear Abs ring broken

Pass 25 Sep 2008 37,707 miles

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

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

front brake discs very rusty and scored

Pass 18 Oct 2007 30,921 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2006 23,732 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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GF53 RKA is a 2003 Mazda Tribute in Silver with a 1,989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 GF53 RKA, 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.

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GF53 RKA is a 2003 Mazda Tribute, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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