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DA03 CFE

2003 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

35,703 mi
Last recorded35,703 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2020
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA03 CFE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2020 35,703 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 29,996 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 22,646 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 21,771 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 21,562 miles

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

corrosion to both outer sills

Pass 27 May 2015 21,192 miles

Nearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 27 May 2015 21,192 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)

Nearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 28 May 2014 20,301 miles

advise n/s/r and o/s/r outer end sills corroded

Pass 21 May 2013 18,907 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2012 17,391 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 15,502 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 13,767 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 12,704 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 10,762 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 8,787 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 5,997 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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DA03 CFE is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 DA03 CFE, 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 DA03 CFE registered?

DA03 CFE is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 6 June 2003.

Is DA03 CFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA03 CFE shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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