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DY03 MRV

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

36,967 mi
Last recorded36,967 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY03 MRV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2021 36,967 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 36,657 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 36,265 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 35,482 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 34,116 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 33,936 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 33,584 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 33,275 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2014 33,275 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 32,651 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 32,396 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 31,122 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 31,122 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 29,982 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 28,971 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 27,321 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 26,229 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 22,157 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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DY03 MRV is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 DY03 MRV, 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

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What year was DY03 MRV registered?

DY03 MRV is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 March 2003.

Is DY03 MRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY03 MRV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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