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ANZ 1615

2003 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

130,740 mi
Last recorded130,740 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationANZ 1615
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 130,740 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 130,453 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2024 130,451 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 129,696 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 129,176 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 128,057 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2021 128,015 miles

Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 127,706 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 126,988 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2019 126,988 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 126,769 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 126,618 miles

parking brake just met requirement

Fail 30 Mar 2017 126,529 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced no patern (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced no patern (1.7.5a)

parking brake just met requirement

Pass 7 Apr 2016 126,180 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 125,723 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 124,866 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 122,421 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 120,913 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 120,335 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 118,308 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 116,420 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 116,372 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h) DANGEROUS

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Apr 2008 112,801 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 106,249 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 996,336 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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ANZ 1615 is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ANZ 1615, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ANZ 1615?

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What year was ANZ 1615 registered?

ANZ 1615 is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 13 May 2003.

Is ANZ 1615 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ANZ 1615 shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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