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BF03 XZS

2003 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

56,650 mi
Last recorded56,650 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF03 XZS
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 56,650 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 56,249 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 56,072 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 53,482 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2022 52,487 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 52,120 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 51,876 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 51,609 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2019 51,609 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 51,093 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2017 50,843 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 499,651 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 48,798 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2014 46,882 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2013 45,142 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 43,300 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2011 41,817 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 39,951 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 37,641 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Feb 2008 35,156 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 32,170 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 28,743 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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BF03 XZS is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc 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 BF03 XZS, 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

How do I check the history of BF03 XZS?

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What year was BF03 XZS registered?

BF03 XZS is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is BF03 XZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF03 XZS shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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