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DA53 LYY

2003 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

15,242 mi
Last recorded15,242 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA53 LYY
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 15,242 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 15,141 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 14,494 miles

All 4 discs corroded

Fail 29 Apr 2024 14,494 miles

All 4 discs corroded

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 25 Apr 2023 14,317 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 14,127 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 14,055 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 14,011 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 13,147 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 12,806 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 12,797 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 12,741 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 12,283 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 9,708 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 7,645 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 7,333 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 6,983 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 6,423 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 5,246 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 3,908 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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DA53 LYY is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 DA53 LYY, 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 DA53 LYY registered?

DA53 LYY is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is DA53 LYY safe to buy?

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