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EJ53 KZH

2003 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

90,857 mi
Last recorded90,857 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2019
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ53 KZH
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2019 90,857 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 88,888 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip on the windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2018 87,480 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 85,578 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2015 83,998 miles

Nearside Rear sill is starting to rust on

Offside Rear sill is starting to rust

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

Fail 2 Nov 2015 83,998 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear sill is starting to rust on

Offside Rear sill is starting to rust

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

Pass 20 Oct 2014 79,647 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 77,042 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2013 77,042 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside front tyre on 3mm.

Offside front tyre wearing on insider edge.

Pass 6 Dec 2012 71,178 miles

corrosion evident rear sills

Pass 8 Dec 2011 65,483 miles

minor stone damage/windscreen...

Pass 7 Dec 2010 59,341 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 52,660 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 44,533 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 38,670 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 28,914 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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EJ53 KZH is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 EJ53 KZH, 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 EJ53 KZH registered?

EJ53 KZH is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 November 2003.

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The MOT history for EJ53 KZH shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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