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BU03 UEG

2003 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

36,411 mi
Last recorded36,411 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 UEG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 36,411 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2026 36,411 miles

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2025 35,952 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill ends (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill ends (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 34,856 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 33,620 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill end/inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill end/inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2022 32,956 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2021 31,522 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 26 Apr 2021 31,522 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2020 30,130 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 28,295 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 23,285 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 19,956 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 17,660 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 16,816 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 15,476 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 13,885 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 12,873 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 11,982 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 10,700 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 9,806 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 8,941 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 7,894 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 6,822 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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BU03 UEG is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 BU03 UEG, 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 BU03 UEG registered?

BU03 UEG is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is BU03 UEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU03 UEG shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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