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CT03 CJF

2003 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

25,263 mi
Last recorded25,263 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCT03 CJF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2019 25,263 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2019 25,259 miles

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

corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 15 Nov 2018 25,245 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 24,756 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 23,869 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 23,152 miles

front brake pads wearing low

Pass 11 Nov 2014 22,036 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 20,938 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 19,704 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2012 19,693 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 18,669 miles

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

Fail 16 Aug 2011 18,669 miles

Nearside Rear Upper coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

long handbrake travel

Pass 17 Aug 2010 17,747 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 16,218 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2009 16,218 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 14,460 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 12,890 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 9,347 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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CT03 CJF is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 CT03 CJF, 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 CT03 CJF registered?

CT03 CJF is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 August 2003.

Is CT03 CJF safe to buy?

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