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BG53 KXZ

2003 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,601 mi
Last recorded76,601 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 KXZ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2021 76,601 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2021 76,600 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jul 2019 56,955 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2018 49,312 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2018 49,312 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jul 2017 46,681 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 44,324 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 44,324 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Anti roll bar mounting (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Anti roll bar mounting (2.4.A.3)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 44,217 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2016 44,217 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 43,460 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 42,106 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2013 40,678 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2012 37,366 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 32,746 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2011 32,732 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 10 Dec 2009 28,398 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2009 24,188 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 18,974 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 16,058 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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BG53 KXZ is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BG53 KXZ, 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 BG53 KXZ registered?

BG53 KXZ is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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