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A15 RWO

2003 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

143,206 mi
Last recorded143,206 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2022
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA15 RWO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2022 143,206 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 133,246 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 127,711 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 126,671 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 126,182 miles

Both rear tyres cracking slightly on sidewalls

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2015 124,203 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 122,238 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2014 122,238 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 120,114 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 119,832 miles

both rear tyres cracking on sidewalls

Pass 8 Jun 2011 115,931 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 112,164 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 104,727 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 103,997 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 102,701 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?

Based on 2,502,760 MOT tests across 160,823 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
2,964
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
160,823
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 44,475
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,962
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,980
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33,281
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32,722
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A15 RWO is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2003 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 60,251 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-5 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 44,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A15 RWO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 23 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A15 RWO registered?

A15 RWO is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 April 2003.

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The MOT history for A15 RWO shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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