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GJ53 UHK

2003 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2023
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

92,062 mi
Last recorded92,062 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ53 UHK
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2022 92,062 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Nov 2022 92,058 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 88,257 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2021 88,257 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 85,824 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 82,445 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2019 82,445 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 20 Oct 2018 78,649 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Oct 2018 78,649 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2017 68,565 miles

engine management light on

Pass 12 Nov 2016 55,633 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2016 55,633 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Nov 2015 49,332 miles

Both Rear coil springs corroded

Tyres perishing

Pass 10 Nov 2014 45,777 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 44,244 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 43,260 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 42,071 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 40,903 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 13 Nov 2009 39,547 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 37,288 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 33,642 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 29,840 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 1 Nov 2006 29,839 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

light cracking in both rear tyre tread

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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GJ53 UHK is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 GJ53 UHK, 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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What year was GJ53 UHK registered?

GJ53 UHK is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 16 November 2003.

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