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EF03 LFE

2003 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

92,379 mi
Last recorded92,379 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2023
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF03 LFE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2023 92,379 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded/holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Offside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2023 92,249 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill corroded/holed within 30cm of seatbelt anchorage (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch corroded/holed within suspension mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded/holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Offside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 86,704 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2021 85,922 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Suspension slightly rusty

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Dec 2020 85,921 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Suspension slightly rusty

Pass 10 Dec 2019 84,057 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Dec 2018 76,575 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 69,984 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 64,020 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 60,354 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 59,231 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2014 59,231 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2014 52,913 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 47,625 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 45,763 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 43,140 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 41,530 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 38,470 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2008 36,044 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 36,044 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2007 32,701 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 30,094 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 LFE is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LFE, 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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What year was EF03 LFE registered?

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

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