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EG03 HXE

2003 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

60,497 mi
Last recorded60,497 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG03 HXE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 60,497 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2025 59,873 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Jul 2025 59,873 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Jul 2024 57,105 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 52,186 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 51,143 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2021 51,143 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Sep 2020 49,834 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 48,475 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 46,985 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 45,544 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2017 45,544 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 43,603 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 10 Aug 2015 42,830 miles

Nail in near side rear tyre

Pass 31 Jul 2014 40,407 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 37,158 miles

slight corrosion to both outer rear sills

Pass 15 Aug 2011 36,624 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 34,165 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 32,678 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 30,519 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2007 26,212 miles

nearside rear tyre tread worn on outer edge

Pass 28 Jun 2006 20,877 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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EG03 HXE is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,839cc 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 EG03 HXE, 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 EG03 HXE registered?

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

Is EG03 HXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EG03 HXE shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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