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GL53 KZK

2003 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

130,968 mi
Last recorded130,968 miles
Recorded on25 May 2021
Typical for 2003 Mazda 371,549 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL53 KZK
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 May 2021 130,968 miles

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

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

Fail 13 May 2021 130,776 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2020 121,929 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2020 121,929 miles

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

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Central Front Lower Exhaust/Cat heat shield not fully secured but unlikely to become detached

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

Pass 7 Mar 2019 118,760 miles

Rear tyres wearing on the edges

Fail 6 Mar 2019 118,755 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear tyres wearing on the edges

Pass 28 Feb 2018 115,974 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 113,222 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2017 113,222 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 110,018 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2016 110,018 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2015 109,171 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2014 104,129 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 100,444 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 96,810 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 93,543 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 90,875 miles

Nearside front tyre worn outer edges.

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

Pass 18 Nov 2009 88,047 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 85,499 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 80,014 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2007 80,008 miles

Centre Upper Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear tyres bold on inner edges

Pass 5 Dec 2006 58,734 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 3?

Based on 2,040,939 MOT tests across 164,053 vehicles.

77.5%
Pass Rate
6,292
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
164,053
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 40,716
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18,089
position lamp(s) not working 17,568
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 13,995
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 11,940
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GL53 KZK is a 2003 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 71,549 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 3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 40,716 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GL53 KZK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 3 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 23 years old, this Mazda 3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GL53 KZK registered?

GL53 KZK is a 2003 Mazda 3, first registered on 28 November 2003.

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