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DN03 DTF

2003 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

63,360 mi
Last recorded63,360 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN03 DTF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2022 63,360 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 5 Oct 2022 63,338 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2021 51,890 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 48,102 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 48,080 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 48,080 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2015 47,596 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 47,558 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 47,043 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 46,514 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 44,044 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 40,201 miles

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

OFFSIDE REAR AND OFFSIDE FRONT TYRES CRACKING BETWEEN THE TREAD

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 16 Jun 2009 36,712 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2008 31,788 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 31,788 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 25,390 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 21,093 miles

advise oil leaking from gearbox from the propshaft seal

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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DN03 DTF is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 DN03 DTF, 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 DN03 DTF registered?

DN03 DTF is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 13 June 2003.

Is DN03 DTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN03 DTF shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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