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DE03 LNX

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

70,966 mi
Last recorded70,966 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE03 LNX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2017 70,966 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 65,394 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 8 May 2015 63,564 miles

corrosion on underbody and various suspension components

front tyres wearing low on outer edges

Pass 27 May 2014 60,500 miles

corrosion on various suspension components

front tyres worn low on outer edges

Pass 29 May 2013 57,884 miles

all brake discs corroded and worn

corrosion o/s/r outer sill

front tyres worn low on outer edges

front wipers split

oil leak on engine

various suspension components corroded

Pass 14 May 2012 53,876 miles

front tyres wearing low on outer edges

o/s/r tyre wearing low and nail in tread

Fail 4 May 2012 53,842 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

front tyres wearing low on outer edges

o/s/r tyre wearing low and nail in tread

Pass 17 May 2011 49,480 miles

dent in boot lid

Pass 18 May 2010 43,025 miles

all brake discs corroded and worn

Pass 18 May 2009 37,365 miles

slight corrosion on all brake discs

Pass 14 May 2008 31,220 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 25,606 miles

front tyres worn to 3.5mm

n/s/r tyre worn to 2.5mm

o/s/r tyre on limit

Pass 20 Apr 2006 19,113 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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DE03 LNX is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DE03 LNX, 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 DE03 LNX registered?

DE03 LNX is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is DE03 LNX safe to buy?

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