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DG53 WRC

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2025
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

115,917 mi
Last recorded115,917 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2024
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 WRC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2024 115,917 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 115,846 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 115,556 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 115,148 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 115,102 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2018 115,102 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 115,075 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 113,517 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Nov 2013 112,334 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2013 112,333 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 109,198 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 103,658 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 103,658 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 90,553 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 90,549 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 72,050 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 72,046 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2008 53,862 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 35,041 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 30 Sep 2006 21,984 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2006 21,984 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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DG53 WRC is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DG53 WRC, 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

How do I check the history of DG53 WRC?

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What year was DG53 WRC registered?

DG53 WRC is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is DG53 WRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG53 WRC shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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