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BG03 OZT

2003 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2022
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

98,321 mi
Last recorded98,321 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2021
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 OZT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2021 98,321 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 89,094 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both side (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 85,306 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2019 85,296 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Jul 2018 82,552 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2018 82,552 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 79,789 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 79,789 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 76,467 miles

Body has slight corrosion o/s and n/s outer sills corroded at rear. (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre nail in outer edge of tread. ()

Fail 25 Jul 2016 76,467 miles

Body has slight corrosion o/s and n/s outer sills corroded at rear. (6.1.B.2)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively o/s and n/s. (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre nail in outer edge of tread. ()

Pass 27 Jul 2015 74,648 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2015 74,648 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working o/s and n/s (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 24 Jul 2014 72,743 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 72,743 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 69,389 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 69,389 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Jul 2012 67,333 miles

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 29 Jun 2012 67,333 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 63,518 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 63,518 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 21 Dec 2010 61,677 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Oct 2009 55,641 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 55,641 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 51,092 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 46,832 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 38,225 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 27,433 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 25,053 miles

Offside Rear 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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BG03 OZT is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BG03 OZT, 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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BG03 OZT is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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