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CW03 JCJ

2003 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

83,606 mi
Last recorded83,606 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCW03 JCJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 83,606 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2025 76,822 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 1 Feb 2025 76,822 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Feb 2024 72,318 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all coated in sealant (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

under body and suspension components coated in sealant

Pass 3 Apr 2023 68,522 miles

Both front headlamps discolored but beam image is correct

Pass 4 Apr 2022 66,477 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2020 63,601 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2019 61,521 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2018 58,970 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 52,522 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 47,156 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 44,841 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 43,793 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 42,108 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 41,363 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 40,183 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 39,391 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 37,827 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 30,596 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 25,034 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 18,140 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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CW03 JCJ is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,839cc 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 CW03 JCJ, 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 CW03 JCJ registered?

CW03 JCJ is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is CW03 JCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CW03 JCJ 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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