CarVerify

Free Car Check

EG03 AVR

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

102,964 mi
Last recorded102,964 miles
Recorded on9 May 2023
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG03 AVR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 May 2023 102,964 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged Bolt broken holding abs sensor (1.6 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner to outer sill corroded

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged Bolt broken holding abs sensor (1.6 (e))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged Bolt broken holding abs sensor (1.6 (e))

Offside Rear Inner to outer sill corroded

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

Fail 28 Apr 2023 102,829 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged Bolt broken holding abs sensor (1.6 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner to outer sill corroded

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged Bolt broken holding abs sensor (1.6 (e))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged Bolt broken holding abs sensor (1.6 (e))

Offside Rear Inner to outer sill corroded

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

Pass 11 May 2022 99,512 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (1.6 (e))

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor damaged but not excessively (1.6 (c))

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))

Fail 10 May 2022 99,512 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (1.6 (e))

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

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

Nearside Rear Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor damaged but not excessively (1.6 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor damaged but not excessively (1.6 (c))

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 8 Oct 2020 99,114 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various Pipes Front & Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust System Rubbing On Crossmember Due To Damage

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

General Underside Corrosion

Various Underside Damage Due To Lowering

Fail 8 Oct 2020 99,114 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various Pipes Front & Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust System Rubbing On Crossmember Due To Damage

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

General Underside Corrosion

Various Underside Damage Due To Lowering

Pass 17 Jul 2019 97,394 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Jul 2019 97,394 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2018 87,310 miles

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

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

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 Jul 2017 74,927 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2017 74,786 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 31 May 2016 66,507 miles

n/s/f chassis rail corroded around the anti roll bar mounting point

Pass 2 Jun 2015 62,817 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 57,206 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2013 57,034 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

slight binding on offside rear brake

Pass 25 Apr 2012 54,854 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 52,170 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 48,509 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 46,015 miles

front tyres low on edges stepped tread

rear pads low

Pass 28 May 2008 42,721 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 38,753 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 29,908 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
Full Mazda MX-5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

EG03 AVR is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 EG03 AVR, 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

How do I check the history of EG03 AVR?

You can check the full history of EG03 AVR by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was EG03 AVR registered?

EG03 AVR is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 June 2003.

Is EG03 AVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EG03 AVR shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EG03 AVR have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on EG03 AVR. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.