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DK03 ZXG

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

27,470 mi
Last recorded27,470 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK03 ZXG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 27,470 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 26,807 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 26,469 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 26,318 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 25,772 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 25,562 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 25,391 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 24,961 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 24,686 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 23,421 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 22,549 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 21,782 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 20,730 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 18,842 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2012 18,842 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)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2010 14,715 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 10,548 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 7,648 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 6,040 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 3,461 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 1,605 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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DK03 ZXG is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 DK03 ZXG, 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 DK03 ZXG registered?

DK03 ZXG is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 21 March 2003.

Is DK03 ZXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK03 ZXG shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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