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AK03 HZZ

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

39,026 mi
Last recorded39,026 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2020
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 HZZ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2020 39,026 miles

NSR and OSR outer sills slightly corroded.

Pass 9 May 2018 38,799 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Fail 9 May 2018 38,799 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Fail 2 May 2018 38,796 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 38,638 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 7 Jul 2016 38,635 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 1 May 2015 37,005 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 35,193 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 32,262 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 28,236 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 27,341 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 27,154 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 25,214 miles

Oil leak

rear tyres worn close to wear bars.

Pass 20 Mar 2008 22,941 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 21,907 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 14,844 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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AK03 HZZ is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AK03 HZZ, 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 AK03 HZZ registered?

AK03 HZZ is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is AK03 HZZ safe to buy?

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