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DG03 XUB

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2013
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

49,995 mi
Last recorded49,995 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2012
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG03 XUB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2012 49,995 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 47,814 miles

both front tyres showing signs of age cracking

Pass 8 Mar 2011 43,651 miles

age cracks both front tyres

Fail 8 Mar 2011 43,651 miles

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

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

age cracks both front tyres

Pass 29 Mar 2010 42,705 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 42,705 miles

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

front wipers starting to break up but clear screen all ok

n/s/f tyre 3/4mm

Pass 30 Mar 2009 41,207 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 39,438 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2007 33,516 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 22,132 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 XUB is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DG03 XUB, 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 DG03 XUB registered?

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

Is DG03 XUB safe to buy?

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