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DV03 KXF

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

35,206 mi
Last recorded35,206 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 35,206 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2025 34,878 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 34,732 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 34,519 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Surface corrosion to all discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Mar 2023 34,519 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Surface corrosion to all discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 34,244 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 33,347 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 32,744 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 31,229 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 30,163 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 28,879 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 27,772 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 26,488 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 25,491 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 23,311 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area modified, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

Pass 2 May 2012 22,203 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 20,565 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 18,679 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 16,434 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 14,544 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 12,220 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 10,349 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 KXF is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 DV03 KXF, 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 DV03 KXF registered?

DV03 KXF is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 13 May 2003.

Is DV03 KXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV03 KXF shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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