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DY03 ZTJ

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests28 (22 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

55,333 mi
Last recorded55,333 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY03 ZTJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

22 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 55,333 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 52,488 miles
Fail 30 May 2025 52,488 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2024 49,513 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2023 45,032 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides, upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 May 2023 45,032 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides, upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 40,419 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2021 39,631 miles
Fail 26 May 2021 39,631 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front brake pads crumbling

Pass 19 Jun 2020 38,336 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2019 36,935 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged has cut on outer wall recommend changing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

covers fitted under vehicle

general corrosion under vehicle including suspension components

Pass 23 May 2018 34,053 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front and rear lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 May 2017 31,627 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 12 May 2017 31,627 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened CORROSION ON INNER FACE (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 May 2016 30,338 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 28,768 miles

slight corrosion on front brake discs

Pass 6 May 2014 26,100 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 24,959 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 24,959 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 May 2012 23,108 miles

Oil leak

Pass 6 May 2011 21,526 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 21,526 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 May 2010 20,422 miles

front discs inner face slight corrosion

Pass 30 May 2009 19,099 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 16,378 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 14,657 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 13,035 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 13,035 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 ZTJ is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 ZTJ, 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 ZTJ registered?

DY03 ZTJ is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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