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BP03 DPE

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2023
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

49,935 mi
Last recorded49,935 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2022
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP03 DPE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2022 49,935 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 49,557 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 48,167 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 47,241 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2018 47,124 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 45,092 miles

Oil leak ()

engine covers & under trays fitted

Fail 23 Oct 2017 45,092 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 21 Oct 2016 43,826 miles

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

Fail 21 Oct 2016 43,825 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2015 42,615 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 40,738 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2013 39,598 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

n/s/r sill corroded.

Pass 22 Oct 2013 39,598 miles

n/s/r sill corroded.

Pass 24 Oct 2012 38,017 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 35,431 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 32,228 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 32,228 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 30,813 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 28,670 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2008 26,373 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 24,106 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 19,412 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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BP03 DPE is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BP03 DPE, 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 BP03 DPE registered?

BP03 DPE is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is BP03 DPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP03 DPE shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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