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EX53 UMO

2003 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

23,575 mi
Last recorded23,575 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 UMO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2020 23,575 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 21,508 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 20,766 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 16,661 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 15,277 miles

tyres 13 years old

Fail 29 Apr 2016 15,272 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nearside wiper blade poor

tyres 13 years old

Pass 6 May 2014 14,589 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 13,183 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 12,798 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 11,987 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 11,498 miles

P0300 code = random multiple cylinder misfire

Pass 15 Apr 2009 11,411 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 11,110 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 9,294 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 UMO is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 UMO, 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 UMO registered?

EX53 UMO is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 2 September 2003.

Is EX53 UMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 UMO shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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