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EX53 UMH

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

54,515 mi
Last recorded54,515 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 UMH
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 54,515 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 54,038 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Apr 2025 54,038 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Headlamp not working on dipped beam sill (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) not working sill (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Apr 2024 53,285 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 52,558 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 4 Apr 2022 51,419 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 8 Apr 2021 50,732 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

front fog lights inoperative

Pass 8 Apr 2020 50,130 miles

Front fog lights not working

Pass 5 Apr 2019 48,260 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 46,647 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 44,754 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 42,400 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2014 39,403 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 39,403 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 36,655 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 32,942 miles

Front brake pads very low to inner pads.

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 30,596 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 28,423 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 24,002 miles

rear number plate starting to fade

Pass 30 Sep 2008 22,052 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2008 22,052 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2007 19,310 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 14,176 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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EX53 UMH is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 EX53 UMH, 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 EX53 UMH registered?

EX53 UMH is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 4 September 2003.

Is EX53 UMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 UMH shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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