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DY53 CYE

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

60,039 mi
Last recorded60,039 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2020
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY53 CYE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2020 60,039 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2020 60,039 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively nearside and offside (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 59,470 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 59,147 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 58,925 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 58,557 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 58,557 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively nearside and offside rubbers split (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 57,955 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 57,168 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2013 57,168 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 48,687 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 42,253 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 33,431 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 27,644 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 23,730 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2007 18,887 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 11,682 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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DY53 CYE is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 DY53 CYE, 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 DY53 CYE registered?

DY53 CYE is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is DY53 CYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY53 CYE shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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