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ET52 MYA

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

124,976 mi
Last recorded124,976 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2022
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET52 MYA
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2022 124,976 miles

General corrosion underside

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Fail 4 Jan 2022 124,962 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

both head light aims poor

Pass 30 Dec 2020 107,328 miles

Offside Front Outer Sill holed/deteriorated with corrosion but outside of any prescribed areas

Vehicle body, underside and suspension components corroded

Pass 8 Jul 2019 99,881 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 91,423 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 87,393 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 81,235 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 72,191 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 63,511 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 58,634 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 Jan 2012 51,766 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 25 Jan 2011 45,962 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 39,026 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 27,253 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 15,636 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 5,672 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 5,263 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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ET52 MYA is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 ET52 MYA, 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

How do I check the history of ET52 MYA?

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What year was ET52 MYA registered?

ET52 MYA is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is ET52 MYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET52 MYA shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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