CarVerify

Free Car Check

DY03 VKW

2003 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

86,910 mi
Last recorded86,910 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY03 VKW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 86,910 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 85,222 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 84,193 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 80,555 miles
Fail 24 May 2022 80,555 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jan 2020 79,943 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 79,798 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 79,400 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 79,104 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 77,202 miles

Front number plate damaged

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

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

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

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

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

all 4x tyres deteriated

under side of vehicle corroded, both outer sills corroded

Fail 29 Oct 2015 77,100 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front number plate damaged

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

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

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

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

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

all 4x tyres deteriated

under side of vehicle corroded, both outer sills corroded

Pass 30 Apr 2014 66,389 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 56,737 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 49,353 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Apr 2011 44,859 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 44,859 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 39,245 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 31,080 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 25,054 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 18,188 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 10,873 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
Full Mazda MX-5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DY03 VKW is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 VKW, 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

How do I check the history of DY03 VKW?

You can check the full history of DY03 VKW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DY03 VKW registered?

DY03 VKW is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 April 2003.

Is DY03 VKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY03 VKW shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DY03 VKW have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DY03 VKW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.