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GL53 DSX

2003 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

78,365 mi
Last recorded78,365 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Mazda 258,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL53 DSX
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 13 Nov 2014 78,365 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

both rear lamps fill with water

Pass 13 Nov 2014 78,365 miles

both rear lamps fill with water

Pass 9 Nov 2013 73,527 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

bonnet difficult to open

both rear coil springs corroded

both rear shock asbsorber dust covers broken away

Pass 9 Nov 2012 68,029 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

bonett release cable sticking

handbrake has long traval

high level stop lamp?? not working

Fail 9 Nov 2012 68,029 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

bonett release cable sticking

handbrake has long traval

high level stop lamp?? not working

Fail 11 Nov 2011 64,289 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

power steering fluid was low

Pass 11 Nov 2011 64,289 miles

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

power steering fluid was low

Pass 26 Oct 2010 57,432 miles

bonnet open at time of test

Pass 17 Oct 2009 48,555 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2009 48,555 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2008 38,934 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2007 31,245 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 22,109 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner & outer edges

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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GL53 DSX is a 2003 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 GL53 DSX, 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 GL53 DSX registered?

GL53 DSX is a 2003 Mazda 2, first registered on 15 November 2003.

Is GL53 DSX safe to buy?

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