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GL53 KZM

2003 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

66,019 mi
Last recorded66,019 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2021
Typical for 2003 Mazda 371,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL53 KZM
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Fail 28 Jun 2021 66,019 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test air fresheners from rear view mirror ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/50/17 w xl (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 61,487 miles

Nearside door sill corroding

Offside door sill corroding

Pass 20 Jun 2019 57,904 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 57,321 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2017 57,321 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 55,582 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 53,598 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 51,235 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 48,820 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 46,065 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 42,707 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 39,507 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 35,809 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 32,053 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 27,725 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 23,170 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 KZM is a 2003 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KZM, 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 KZM registered?

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

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