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BP52 OFJ

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

51,734 mi
Last recorded51,734 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP52 OFJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2017 51,734 miles

both front brake discs are corroded

rear brake pads are worn

Pass 7 Jan 2017 50,090 miles

Both front and Rear brake disc corroded

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

Fail 7 Jan 2017 50,090 miles

Both front and Rear brake disc corroded

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2016 47,645 miles

Both front brake disc corroded inner edges

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2-3mm (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2-3mm (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Dec 2014 43,957 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 30 Dec 2013 34,818 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 33,815 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 33,189 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 32,432 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 30,528 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 29,160 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 29,144 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 26,017 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 22,484 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2006 22,484 miles

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

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

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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BP52 OFJ is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BP52 OFJ, 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 BP52 OFJ registered?

BP52 OFJ is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is BP52 OFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP52 OFJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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