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DS52 LHR

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

80,794 mi
Last recorded80,794 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS52 LHR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 80,794 miles

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

all suspension components slightly corroded

both sills slightly corroded

brake pipes corroded

Pass 11 Dec 2024 75,265 miles

all suspension components slightly corroded

brake pipes slightly corroded

nearside rear sill corroded

Pass 11 Dec 2023 69,550 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear sill corroded

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

corrosion to all suspension components

Pass 14 Dec 2022 68,079 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Dec 2022 68,079 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 67,128 miles

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 66,701 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2019 65,812 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 62,942 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 19 Nov 2018 62,942 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2017 58,968 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 56,920 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 53,843 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 52,151 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 49,906 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 46,278 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 41,965 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 41,830 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 40,863 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 40,863 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2009 31,563 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2009 31,507 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 16,691 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 15,916 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 11,242 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 10,727 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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DS52 LHR is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DS52 LHR, 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.

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What year was DS52 LHR registered?

DS52 LHR is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 January 2003.

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