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DT53 MXS

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

68,535 mi
Last recorded68,535 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDT53 MXS
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 68,535 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 67,055 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 66,718 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 66,314 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 65,791 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 65,295 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 63,698 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 62,778 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 62,106 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 61,079 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 58,397 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 54,877 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 51,197 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 48,784 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 45,715 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 43,164 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 39,439 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2008 35,069 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

brake imbalance close to limit

Pass 5 Jul 2008 35,069 miles

brake imbalance close to limit

Pass 3 Jul 2007 20,578 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 14,412 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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DT53 MXS is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc 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 DT53 MXS, 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 DT53 MXS?

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What year was DT53 MXS registered?

DT53 MXS is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 24 October 2003.

Is DT53 MXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DT53 MXS 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.

Does DT53 MXS have outstanding finance?

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