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EF03 HWX

2003 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

92,067 mi
Last recorded92,067 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF03 HWX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2024 92,067 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 31 Jul 2024 92,065 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2023 81,270 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Jun 2023 81,270 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 30 Jun 2022 77,992 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2022 77,992 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 23 Apr 2021 75,809 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 75,388 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 74,886 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 74,498 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 72,655 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 70,608 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 67,773 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 65,024 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 61,878 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 58,365 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 54,084 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 47,176 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 39,613 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

car has engine and/or floorcovers fitted. unable to see certain testable items.

Pass 27 May 2008 33,786 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 27,293 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 18,799 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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EF03 HWX is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 EF03 HWX, 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.

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EF03 HWX is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 May 2003.

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