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DE53 WMA

2003 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

20,769 mi
Last recorded20,769 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE53 WMA
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 20,769 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both tyres cracking on outer sidewalls (tyres 15 yrs old) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both tyres cracking on outer sidewalls (tyres 15 yrs old) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Jul 2026 20,760 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases @ joint to small silencer, marked with chalk (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both tyres cracking on outer sidewalls (tyres 15 yrs old) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both tyres cracking on outer sidewalls (tyres 15 yrs old) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2025 20,745 miles

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

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 18 Feb 2025 20,733 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 20,713 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 19,613 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2018 19,613 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Wiper blade leaving streaky marks on windscreen

Pass 5 Dec 2016 17,175 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 16,795 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 16,303 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 14,392 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 13,491 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 10,173 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 7,977 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 6,303 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 5,783 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 4,422 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 3,131 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 WMA is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WMA, 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 DE53 WMA registered?

DE53 WMA is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is DE53 WMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE53 WMA shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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