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CP53 NUB

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

21,320 mi
Last recorded21,320 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP53 NUB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2026 21,320 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2025 20,827 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 19,955 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2022 18,983 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 18,442 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 17,837 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 17,564 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 16,414 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 15,540 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 15,536 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 15,341 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 14,490 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 13,396 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 13,236 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2012 13,236 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2011 13,127 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 12,703 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 12,338 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 11,170 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 10,142 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 7,859 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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CP53 NUB is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 CP53 NUB, 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 CP53 NUB registered?

CP53 NUB is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 18 December 2003.

Is CP53 NUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP53 NUB shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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