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BN53 NWH

2003 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

94,063 mi
Last recorded94,063 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 NWH
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 94,063 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 93,721 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 93,444 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 93,307 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 93,176 miles

CORRODED IN PLACES

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 92,996 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 92,090 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 92,820 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2018 92,819 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2017 90,246 miles

surface corrosion to suspension components

surface corrosion to underbody

various chips in windscreen

Fail 13 Jul 2017 90,246 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking caliper (3.6.A.1)

both front and rear number plates fading

surface corrosion to suspension components

surface corrosion to underbody

various chips in windscreen

Pass 8 Jul 2016 87,266 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 87,247 miles

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

n/s outer sill heavily corroded

Pass 8 Jul 2015 85,634 miles

surface corrosion to front and rear suspension components

Pass 7 Jul 2014 84,730 miles

surface corrosion front and rear suspension components

various marks and scratches vehicle and wheels

Pass 16 Jul 2013 82,835 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

alloy wheels damaged

Pass 17 Jul 2012 81,314 miles

curb damage to alloy wheels

exhaust corroded

front tyres wearing edges

various oil leaks

Pass 20 Jul 2011 78,466 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 77,115 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 19 Aug 2010 77,115 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 19 Aug 2009 71,267 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

front brake discs inner faces coroded

Pass 19 Aug 2009 71,267 miles

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

front brake discs inner faces coroded

Pass 8 Sep 2008 63,232 miles

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

rear number plate deteriorated

Pass 13 Sep 2007 52,699 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2007 52,699 miles

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

middle and rear exhaust corroded

Pass 5 Sep 2006 38,385 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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BN53 NWH is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BN53 NWH, 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 BN53 NWH registered?

BN53 NWH is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 8 September 2003.

Is BN53 NWH safe to buy?

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