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BD03 RWL

2003 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

69,202 mi
Last recorded69,202 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 RWL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2018 69,202 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 65,640 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 61,796 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 56,952 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 52,896 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 48,910 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2011 47,030 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 46,706 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 46,706 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 42,412 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2009 42,376 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 38,672 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 94,610 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 19,699 miles

nearside front,nearside rear & offside rear tyres have cuts on inner sidewall,but not deep enough to expose ply or cord

Pass 25 Apr 2006 17,496 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2006 17,496 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (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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BD03 RWL is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BD03 RWL, 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 BD03 RWL registered?

BD03 RWL is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 April 2003.

Is BD03 RWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD03 RWL shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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