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AX52 KFG

2003 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

61,333 mi
Last recorded61,333 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX52 KFG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 61,333 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 59,626 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 58,643 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 57,622 miles

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill/wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 56,493 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 55,289 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 53,894 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2018 52,306 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2017 50,004 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 48,380 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2016 48,379 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 46,805 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 45,092 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 43,670 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 42,063 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 40,242 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

all tyres slightly perished

slight corrosion underside of car in places

Pass 10 Sep 2010 38,701 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 37,508 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 35,610 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 33,353 miles

front discs rusty on inner edges rear discs rusty on inner edges,rear pads low

Pass 19 Feb 2007 29,051 miles

all 4 brake discs slightly corroded and worn

Pass 1 Feb 2006 22,754 miles

front tyres getting down to wear bars

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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AX52 KFG is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 AX52 KFG, 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 AX52 KFG registered?

AX52 KFG is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is AX52 KFG safe to buy?

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