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D12 LEC

2003 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

52,596 mi
Last recorded52,596 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD12 LEC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 52,596 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2025 50,672 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2025 50,672 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 48,794 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 47,645 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 46,452 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 45,743 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 45,071 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 44,352 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 42,956 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 42,033 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 41,141 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 39,340 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 37,467 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 35,495 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 33,259 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 30,168 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 27,522 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2010 27,522 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 26,117 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 25,036 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 24,044 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 22,749 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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D12 LEC is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 D12 LEC, 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 D12 LEC registered?

D12 LEC is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is D12 LEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for D12 LEC shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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