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DG03 XUM

2003 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

40,294 mi
Last recorded40,294 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG03 XUM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 40,294 miles

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all underside suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2025 40,072 miles

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

all suspension arms starting to corrode

Pass 10 Apr 2024 39,906 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2023 39,609 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2023 39,608 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 May 2022 39,214 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 38,640 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 37,101 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 36,291 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 35,213 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 34,107 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 31,839 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 31,832 miles

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 30,156 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 27,298 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 25,911 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 23,792 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2011 23,792 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

both rear brake discs slightly pitted

Pass 31 Mar 2010 21,755 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 18,029 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 17,645 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 14,870 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 13,036 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 11,814 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 XUM is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 XUM, 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 XUM registered?

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

Is DG03 XUM safe to buy?

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