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DX03 ZHC

2003 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,633 mi
Last recorded98,633 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX03 ZHC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2019 98,633 miles

Front Brake drum worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s & o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jul 2019 98,632 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength roll bar (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Brake drum worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s & o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 98,458 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jul 2018 98,454 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 97,604 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 97,602 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2016 96,641 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 96,638 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 96,497 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 95,927 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 93,817 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 90,096 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 May 2011 88,170 miles
Fail 21 May 2011 88,170 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 83,480 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2010 83,480 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2009 76,077 miles

O/S/F TYRE WORN ON OUTER EDGE

Pass 14 May 2008 63,785 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 50,207 miles
Fail 16 May 2007 50,207 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 29,591 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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DX03 ZHC is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DX03 ZHC, 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 DX03 ZHC registered?

DX03 ZHC is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 April 2003.

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