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BG03 RAX

2003 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

40,171 mi
Last recorded40,171 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 RAX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 40,171 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 40,081 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 39,021 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 37,730 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2021 35,665 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 32,941 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 29,301 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 26,278 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 24,350 miles
Fail 15 May 2017 24,350 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2016 22,798 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 20,503 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 17,346 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 16,306 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 15,772 miles

wiper blades slightly smearing screen

Pass 27 Apr 2011 15,359 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 12,119 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 11,096 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 9,420 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 8,055 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 4,768 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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BG03 RAX is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,840cc 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 BG03 RAX, 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 BG03 RAX registered?

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

Is BG03 RAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG03 RAX 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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