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GJ03 UBD

2003 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

102,421 mi
Last recorded102,421 miles
Recorded on15 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ03 UBD
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 May 2017 102,421 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 99,032 miles

Nearside exterior mirror damaged & missing

Fail 9 May 2016 99,032 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear section (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides front (8.2.2)

Nearside exterior mirror damaged & missing

Pass 1 May 2015 96,420 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 96,420 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

engine light staying on

offside front tyre perished

Pass 14 May 2014 89,760 miles

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

both front tyres heavily perished with slight impact damage to outer sidewall

Fail 7 May 2014 89,760 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

both front tyres heavily perished with slight impact damage to outer sidewall

Pass 1 May 2013 86,135 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 86,135 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 8 May 2012 75,778 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

o/s/r tyre perishing

Fail 8 May 2012 75,778 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

o/s/r tyre perishing

Pass 29 Jan 2011 73,150 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 57,712 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 57,627 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 57,166 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 49,059 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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GJ03 UBD is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GJ03 UBD, 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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GJ03 UBD is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 10 March 2003.

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