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DU53 HJJ

2003 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2020
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

153,914 mi
Last recorded153,914 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU53 HJJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2019 153,914 miles

underside vehicle has various rust spots

Pass 19 Mar 2018 146,407 miles

Central Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 8 Mar 2018 146,379 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded under floor (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded body sill (5.2.6)

Offside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded body sill (5.2.6)

Central Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Mar 2017 143,037 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 134,305 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2016 134,305 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)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 111,891 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2015 111,891 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 110,905 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 7 Jun 2014 110,648 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front wipers slight smearing

tested in wet conditions

Pass 1 Jun 2013 97,301 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2013 97,301 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2012 92,905 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

lambda sensor bracket broken

surface corrosion all under car

Pass 20 Jun 2012 92,905 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

lambda sensor bracket broken

surface corrosion all under car

Pass 23 Aug 2011 87,797 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 85,791 miles

air bag light on

Fail 3 Aug 2010 85,503 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 79,277 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 79,239 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 69,200 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 56,997 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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DU53 HJJ is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DU53 HJJ, 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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DU53 HJJ is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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