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B23 SPD

2003 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,492 mi
Last recorded39,492 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB23 SPD
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 39,492 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 38,308 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 37,862 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 36,354 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 34,910 miles

Nearside Rear outer sill corroding.

Pass 3 Jul 2020 34,177 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front chassis rails (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 24 Jun 2020 34,168 miles

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced offside sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front chassis rails (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 33,328 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 32,686 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 31,982 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 31,050 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 30,690 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Apr 2014 29,934 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Apr 2014 29,934 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Apr 2013 28,772 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 28,772 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Apr 2012 27,895 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 26,813 miles

Offside rear tyre perished

Pass 12 Apr 2010 25,709 miles

Nearside rear tyre worn on edges

Pass 24 Apr 2009 24,078 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)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 22,170 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 19,818 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 16,111 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2006 16,107 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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B23 SPD is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,840cc 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 B23 SPD, 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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What year was B23 SPD registered?

B23 SPD is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 April 2003.

Is B23 SPD safe to buy?

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