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AX03 VSN

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2023
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

166,384 mi
Last recorded166,384 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2023
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX03 VSN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Fail 22 Mar 2023 166,384 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength ANTI ROLL BAR MOUNT (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced INNER AND OUTER SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength ANTI ROLL BAR MOUNT (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL AREA (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 157,503 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2021 144,970 miles

BOTH N/S AND O/S OUTER SILLS RUSTING

Fail 24 Mar 2021 144,970 miles

BOTH N/S AND O/S OUTER SILLS RUSTING

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2020 134,197 miles

BOTH N/S AND O/S OUTER SILLS RUSTING MAY NEED DOING BEFORE NEXT MOT TEST

Fail 4 Mar 2020 134,197 miles

BOTH N/S AND O/S OUTER SILLS RUSTING MAY NEED DOING BEFORE NEXT MOT TEST

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2019 122,747 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2019 122,747 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2018 109,165 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 98,436 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 30 Mar 2017 98,436 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 88,742 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 78,646 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 69,839 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 55,073 miles

just passed on emmision test

Fail 20 Mar 2013 55,073 miles

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

just passed on emmision test

Pass 30 Mar 2012 38,743 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 28,807 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 25,593 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 12,079 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 12,061 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 11,744 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2007 10,609 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 10,172 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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AX03 VSN is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AX03 VSN, 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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AX03 VSN is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 July 2003.

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