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FA03 GPF

2003 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,232 mi
Last recorded73,232 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA03 GPF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 1 May 2026 73,232 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 63,998 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 59,829 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 58,854 miles

Light corrosion on front inner lower chassis areas

Offside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 23 May 2022 57,148 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 55,248 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2018 52,164 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 51,133 miles

Nearside Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 50,133 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 48,899 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 48,019 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2012 46,846 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 46,407 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 45,995 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 45,440 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 43,277 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 30,572 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 23,067 miles

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

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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FA03 GPF is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 FA03 GPF, 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 FA03 GPF registered?

FA03 GPF is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 25 July 2003.

Is FA03 GPF safe to buy?

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