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GL53 LBJ

2003 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

84,680 mi
Last recorded84,680 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2014
Typical for 2003 Mazda 371,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL53 LBJ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2014 84,680 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 80,632 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 73,684 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 68,229 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 13 Mar 2009 68,229 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Dec 2007 83,815 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 53,847 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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 LBJ is a 2003 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 LBJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GL53 LBJ registered?

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

Is GL53 LBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL53 LBJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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