MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
109,755 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at anti-roll bar [D bush] mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced lens hazy (4.1.4 (a))
Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. o/s is wrong aspect ratio [ 45 instead of 40] (5.2.3 (b))
Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Rear sill corroded
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
front and rear suspension arms and components corroded
n/s rear tyre slightly perished/ split on inner sidewall
o/s and n/s rear outer sills starting to corrode
Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?
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AK03 MAZ is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 MAZ, 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 MAZ registered?
AK03 MAZ is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 15 August 2003.
Is AK03 MAZ safe to buy?
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