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AO53 ZZH

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

138,832 mi
Last recorded138,832 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2023
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 ZZH
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2023 138,832 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 121,106 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both lower bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2021 105,774 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

o/s inner sill corroded

Fail 10 Apr 2021 105,774 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

o/s inner sill corroded

Pass 16 Apr 2020 89,706 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine breather venting to atmosphere

Pass 26 Mar 2019 88,433 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2018 80,892 miles

Offside Front wiper rubber starting to split

Pass 17 Feb 2017 77,139 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 7 Feb 2017 77,139 miles

Front Direction indicator not working both (1.4.A.2c)

Front Front position lamp(s) not working both (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp missing (1.7.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 72,457 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 67,853 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 63,474 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 55,763 miles

corrosion light n/s/r outer sill

Pass 2 Apr 2011 50,836 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 45,199 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 37,531 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 30,446 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 30,379 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 25,409 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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AO53 ZZH is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 AO53 ZZH, 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 AO53 ZZH registered?

AO53 ZZH is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 November 2003.

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