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EP03 KNS

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

72,165 mi
Last recorded72,165 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEP03 KNS
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 72,165 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 72,072 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2024 72,072 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Sep 2023 72,041 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2022 71,879 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 71,146 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 69,780 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2020 69,780 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2019 68,497 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 66,248 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 66,248 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2017 62,937 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 59,564 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 56,779 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 52,817 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 52,817 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 50,400 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 46,677 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 43,776 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 39,984 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2009 34,852 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 29,552 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 23,801 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 17,042 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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EP03 KNS is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EP03 KNS, 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 EP03 KNS registered?

EP03 KNS is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is EP03 KNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for EP03 KNS shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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