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E8 AMW

2003 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

39,658 mi
Last recorded39,658 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE8 AMW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 39,658 miles

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 7 Nov 2024 38,577 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 38,015 miles

front brakes binding

rear discs corroded

Pass 10 Nov 2022 37,197 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2021 36,986 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 36,802 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 36,585 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 36,500 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 36,148 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 35,729 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 35,000 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 34,298 miles

rear brake discs showing signs of unevenwear

Pass 9 Nov 2013 33,503 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 32,967 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 32,367 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2010 31,532 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

disc pads showing advanced signs of wear.

Pass 13 Nov 2010 31,532 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

disc pads showing advanced signs of wear.

Pass 1 Oct 2009 29,830 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 26,338 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 22,127 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 16,115 miles

front wipers smeering slightly

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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E8 AMW is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 E8 AMW, 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 E8 AMW registered?

E8 AMW is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is E8 AMW safe to buy?

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