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GL53 LCX

2003 Mazda 3

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

118,290 mi
Last recorded118,290 miles
Recorded on22 May 2013
Typical for 2003 Mazda 371,549 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2013 118,290 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 110,480 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 93,668 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 93,668 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 8 Jun 2010 78,729 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 78,729 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 62,791 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 47,276 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 32,344 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 18,740 miles

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

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

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

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 LCX is a 2003 Mazda 3 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LCX, 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 LCX registered?

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

Is GL53 LCX safe to buy?

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