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B26 ELN

2003 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

39,900 mi
Last recorded39,900 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB26 ELN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 39,900 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 37,210 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 35,697 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 35,065 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 34,419 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 33,377 miles
Fail 5 May 2021 33,377 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2019 33,128 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 32,335 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 31,722 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 30,544 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 30,169 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 29,024 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 28,465 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 26,879 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 24,736 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 23,212 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 21,768 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 20,210 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 15,811 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 13,188 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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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B26 ELN is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 B26 ELN, 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 B26 ELN registered?

B26 ELN is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 8 May 2003.

Is B26 ELN safe to buy?

The MOT history for B26 ELN shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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