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2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

100,040 mi
Last recorded100,040 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV03 EUR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Fail 12 Aug 2021 100,040 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis / underside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front chassis legs/ inner wheel arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

corrosion forming both rear outter sills

o/s/r tyre getting low (3mm

underside of vehicle surface corrosion forming,subframes/ suspension

Pass 13 Aug 2020 90,484 miles

Oil leaks

Underside corrosion throughout

Pass 9 May 2019 88,561 miles

Front chassis legs corroded

General corrosion to suspension components

Inner and rear sills corroded

Various small oil leaks

Pass 16 May 2018 86,448 miles

General underside corrosion

Various cuts on NSF Tyre outer side wall almost down to cords

Fail 16 May 2018 86,448 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking Caliper (3.6.A.1)

General underside corrosion

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Various cuts on NSF Tyre outer side wall almost down to cords

Pass 4 May 2017 83,222 miles

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

Offside Front tyre inner sidewall damaged

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

general under body corrosion

Pass 6 May 2016 80,344 miles

All tyres deteriorated, rear sills corroded

Pass 14 May 2015 78,725 miles

Both sides rear inner and outer sills starting to corrode

Engine MIL showing

Offsdie front lower chassis leg starting to corrode by suspension mounts

Offside rear brake caliper damp

Fail 9 May 2015 78,610 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside rear brake caliper damp

Power steering belt frayed

Both front sidelights dim

Both sides rear inner and outer sills starting to corrode

Engine MIL showing

Offsdie front lower chassis leg starting to corrode by suspension mounts

Pass 17 May 2014 73,399 miles

Front wishbone bushes slight play

Nearside rear brake pipe starting to corroded

Rear outer and inner sills starting to corrode

Pass 27 Apr 2013 63,635 miles

Engine MIL showing fault

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 May 2012 55,644 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 May 2012 55,492 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 May 2011 48,738 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front brake discs rusty

front tyres perishing

Pass 21 May 2010 43,734 miles

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

engine management light on

front tyres scubbing on edge

Fail 21 May 2010 43,734 miles

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

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

engine management light on

front tyres scubbing on edge

Pass 11 Feb 2009 43,021 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 39,993 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 33,846 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 24,659 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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DV03 EUR is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DV03 EUR, 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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DV03 EUR is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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