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AP53 ERJ

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

71,571 mi
Last recorded71,571 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP53 ERJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 71,571 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Feb 2025 70,698 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2024 66,989 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 60,323 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2023 60,323 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits too high (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 59,050 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2022 59,049 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2021 58,530 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 56,662 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 53,308 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 49,532 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 45,400 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 42,409 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 39,861 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 37,463 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 35,479 miles

REAR OUTER SILLS STARTING TO CORRODE

Pass 9 Jan 2012 33,984 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 32,500 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 30,991 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 29,580 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jan 2008 27,729 miles

both front tyres perishing

Pass 28 Nov 2006 21,865 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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AP53 ERJ is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AP53 ERJ, 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 AP53 ERJ?

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What year was AP53 ERJ registered?

AP53 ERJ is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 November 2003.

Is AP53 ERJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP53 ERJ shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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