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AP53 HHN

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

110,831 mi
Last recorded110,831 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP53 HHN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 110,831 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 108,259 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2024 108,259 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2023 104,526 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 101,076 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 98,288 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 95,932 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 93,448 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 88,513 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 83,521 miles

both front tyres worn close to limit on inner edges

both rear tyres worn close to limit 205/45/16 87 XL

brake fluid half way between max and min

Fail 5 Dec 2017 83,521 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both front tyres worn close to limit on inner edges

both rear tyres worn close to limit 205/45/16 87 XL

brake fluid half way between max and min

Pass 6 Dec 2016 79,417 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 71,972 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2015 71,972 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 65,568 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 59,404 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 13 Oct 2012 56,503 miles

Both N/S and O/S outer sills rusty

Pass 4 Oct 2011 53,663 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 50,602 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 48,438 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 44,854 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 44,733 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Dec 2006 32,968 miles

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

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

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 HHN is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 HHN, 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

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What year was AP53 HHN registered?

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

Is AP53 HHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP53 HHN shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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