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AU53 YXF

2003 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

44,667 mi
Last recorded44,667 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 YXF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 44,667 miles
Fail 6 May 2026 44,667 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 6 May 2026 44,665 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Mar 2025 43,516 miles

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

Fail 5 Mar 2025 43,516 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 38,988 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 32,616 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 28,014 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 27,149 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 26,371 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 25,227 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 24,145 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 22,863 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 21,854 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 20,560 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 19,650 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2012 18,517 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 18,517 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 17,364 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 15,772 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 14,271 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 12,845 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 11,168 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 9,212 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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AU53 YXF is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AU53 YXF, 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 AU53 YXF registered?

AU53 YXF is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is AU53 YXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU53 YXF shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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