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DY03 ZTP

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

67,132 mi
Last recorded67,132 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY03 ZTP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 67,132 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

corrosion to underside of vehicle and components

Fail 10 Apr 2026 67,132 miles

Emissions unable to be completed due to exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

corrosion to underside of vehicle and components

Pass 9 May 2025 66,486 miles

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

all suspension components corroded

Fail 7 May 2025 66,486 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

all suspension components corroded

Pass 24 Jun 2024 65,515 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis leg (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 62,395 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 19 Jun 2023 62,395 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2022 59,166 miles

All suspension components corroded

Nearside outer sill corroded

Rear brake pads getting low

Pass 1 Jul 2021 55,665 miles

Both outer sill corroded

General vehicle underbody and underbody component condition corroded

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 53,195 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 50,776 miles

Brake pipe to nearside rear flexie corroded

Rear brake pads getting low

Pass 10 Aug 2018 46,240 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 43,459 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 40,301 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 36,731 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2015 36,731 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 33,001 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 27,699 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 23,632 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 21,739 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 21,153 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 20,625 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 19,842 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 19,115 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 16,656 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 ZTP is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 ZTP, 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 ZTP registered?

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

Is DY03 ZTP safe to buy?

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