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EP03 KUS

2003 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

84,722 mi
Last recorded84,722 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEP03 KUS
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 84,722 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2025 78,504 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 71,223 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 62,640 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Feb 2023 62,640 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2022 61,048 miles

Rear of offside outer sill corroded

Surface corrosion to various underbody components and both front inner wings

Fail 9 Feb 2022 61,047 miles

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

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

Rear of offside outer sill corroded

Surface corrosion to various underbody components and both front inner wings

Pass 8 Feb 2016 60,580 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2016 60,580 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2014 58,071 miles

bonnet release handle missing

wipers smearing

Pass 6 Jul 2013 54,775 miles

bonnet release handle broken

Pass 13 Jul 2012 49,793 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2011 45,250 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 39,781 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 33,821 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 28,237 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 22,430 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 17,458 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 KUS is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 KUS, 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 KUS registered?

EP03 KUS is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 25 July 2003.

Is EP03 KUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for EP03 KUS shows 18 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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