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DN03 YLV

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

54,690 mi
Last recorded54,690 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2020
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN03 YLV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2020 54,690 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2020 54,690 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 53,105 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Apr 2019 53,103 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 51,035 miles

Rear Body has slight corrosion both sills (6.1.B.2)

Fail 26 Mar 2018 51,035 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Rear Body has slight corrosion both sills (6.1.B.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 49,174 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 46,560 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded rear axle (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Inner both sidewalls on tyres slight damage

Pass 7 Apr 2015 43,470 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 40,645 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 36,965 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 34,139 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 29,282 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 25,884 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 22,125 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 17,757 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 13,804 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 9,511 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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DN03 YLV is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YLV, 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 YLV registered?

DN03 YLV is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 13 April 2003.

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The MOT history for DN03 YLV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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