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EX53 YCZ

2003 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,239 mi
Last recorded35,239 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 YCZ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 7 May 2026 35,239 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2025 34,815 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 34,071 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 33,397 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 33,084 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 31,443 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 30,171 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 29,996 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 29,834 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 29,611 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 29,454 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 29,277 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 29,003 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 28,517 miles

front brake pads around 75% worn

Pass 4 Oct 2010 27,996 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 27,584 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 26,947 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 21,779 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 14,922 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 YCZ is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YCZ, 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 EX53 YCZ registered?

EX53 YCZ is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 13 September 2003.

Is EX53 YCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 YCZ shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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