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DF03 BHA

2003 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

74,383 mi
Last recorded74,383 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 BHA
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2022 74,383 miles

Under-body surface corrosion

Pass 24 Aug 2019 73,352 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 69,357 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 62,920 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 51,677 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 46,656 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 41,814 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 40,844 miles

both sills are starting to rust

front & rear sub frames & arms are starting to rust

Pass 13 Jun 2012 40,045 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 40,045 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2011 32,348 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 32,348 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 24,491 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 30 Jun 2010 24,491 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 17,376 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 12,520 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 11,240 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 9,053 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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DF03 BHA is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Green 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 DF03 BHA, 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 DF03 BHA registered?

DF03 BHA is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is DF03 BHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF03 BHA 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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