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DG03 XTL

2003 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

74,404 mi
Last recorded74,404 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG03 XTL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 74,404 miles

Front suspension arms have surface rust

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

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

Rear suspension arms have surface corrosion

battery warning light is illuminated

Fail 28 Apr 2026 74,404 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Front suspension arms have surface rust

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

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

Rear suspension arms have surface corrosion

battery warning light is illuminated

Pass 11 May 2022 72,633 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 72,255 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sills at rear (2.4.A.3)

Fail 27 Apr 2018 72,255 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sills at rear (2.4.A.3)

Rear coil spring broken both (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 72,029 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sills at rear (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 71,145 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 20 Jul 2015 71,145 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 70,060 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 67,304 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Fail 13 Dec 2013 67,239 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 13 Dec 2012 61,002 miles

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

Pass 31 Dec 2011 54,267 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 31 Dec 2011 54,267 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 30 Dec 2010 49,248 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2010 49,248 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 17 Dec 2009 44,868 miles

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

advise rear tyres cracking on inner side walls

Pass 2 Jan 2009 40,663 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 39,101 miles

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Jul 2007 33,380 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 24,510 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2006 24,510 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2006 20,081 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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DG03 XTL is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DG03 XTL, 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 DG03 XTL registered?

DG03 XTL is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is DG03 XTL safe to buy?

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