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DE53 MMA

2003 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

66,872 mi
Last recorded66,872 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE53 MMA
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 66,872 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2025 60,690 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 54,806 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 49,628 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 12 Jul 2023 49,628 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 44,299 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald outer edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald outer edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 36,187 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 27 Sep 2021 36,187 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 23 Sep 2020 31,394 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 31,081 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 30,576 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 29,351 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 28,153 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 26,257 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 24,257 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 22,752 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 21,768 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 20,455 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2010 19,850 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2009 17,928 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 16,917 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 15,424 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 12,942 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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DE53 MMA is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Green 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 DE53 MMA, 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 DE53 MMA registered?

DE53 MMA is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is DE53 MMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE53 MMA 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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