CarVerify

Free Car Check

DU03 UGY

2003 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

119,779 mi
Last recorded119,779 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU03 UGY
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2018 119,779 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 102,532 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front slight chassis corrosion

Nearside Rear outer sill showing slight corrosion

Offside Front slight chassis corrosion

Offside Rear outer sill showing slight corrosion

Offside Rear slighty perished

Offside Rear tyre worn inside edge

Fail 12 Sep 2017 102,505 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front slight chassis corrosion

Nearside Rear outer sill showing slight corrosion

Offside Front slight chassis corrosion

Offside Rear outer sill showing slight corrosion

Offside Rear slighty perished

Offside Rear tyre worn inside edge

Pass 24 Aug 2016 92,561 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s and n/s sill ends (2.4.A.3)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 82,081 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2014 71,327 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Aug 2014 71,327 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 61,403 miles

nearside outer sill corroded

offside outer sill corroded

Pass 24 Aug 2012 51,882 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside & offside outer sills slightly corroded

Pass 2 Sep 2011 41,681 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 39,505 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 34,616 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 30,412 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 25,102 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 20,850 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 15,686 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
Full Mazda MX-5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DU03 UGY is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DU03 UGY, 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 DU03 UGY?

You can check the full history of DU03 UGY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DU03 UGY registered?

DU03 UGY is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is DU03 UGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU03 UGY shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DU03 UGY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DU03 UGY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.