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EO03 FNR

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

65,849 mi
Last recorded65,849 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO03 FNR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2024 65,849 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 65,121 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2023 64,877 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 64,108 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 62,271 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 60,985 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 60,606 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 59,392 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 58,522 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 58,831 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 55,374 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 54,591 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 44,462 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 44,460 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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 16 May 2012 42,223 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 42,223 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 29,716 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 20,246 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 19,700 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 14,421 miles

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Inner Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 11,595 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 9,075 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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EO03 FNR is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver 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 EO03 FNR, 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 EO03 FNR registered?

EO03 FNR is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is EO03 FNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO03 FNR 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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