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CA03 BYL

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

58,562 mi
Last recorded58,562 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA03 BYL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 58,562 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2025 52,046 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2024 45,711 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 41,338 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 36,466 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2021 29,738 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 27,604 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 27,017 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 25,594 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 24,948 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 24,204 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 23,585 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 22,539 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 21,690 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 20,907 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 20,320 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 19,360 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 18,178 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 16,882 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 15,101 miles
Fail 1 May 2007 15,101 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 25 May 2006 11,871 miles

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

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

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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CA03 BYL 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 95.5%.

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 CA03 BYL, 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 CA03 BYL registered?

CA03 BYL is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 May 2003.

Is CA03 BYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA03 BYL shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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