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CJ53 UEG

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

64,679 mi
Last recorded64,679 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCJ53 UEG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 64,679 miles

Vehicle underbody covered in underseal

Pass 2 May 2024 62,548 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 58,313 miles
Fail 17 May 2023 58,312 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 55,253 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2021 55,233 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2020 51,205 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 39,959 miles
Fail 17 May 2019 39,959 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 18 May 2018 38,972 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 38,063 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 37,160 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 35,189 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 35,188 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2014 33,973 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 May 2013 32,413 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 May 2012 31,586 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 30,581 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 28,386 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 27,771 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 25,013 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 24,869 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 20,820 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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CJ53 UEG is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 CJ53 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 CJ53 UEG registered?

CJ53 UEG is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 19 September 2003.

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The MOT history for CJ53 UEG shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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