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FA03 ZJV

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

92,706 mi
Last recorded92,706 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA03 ZJV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2021 92,706 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle is undersealed

Pass 22 Sep 2020 86,529 miles

both sides front wheels stick out slightly further than the wheel arches

Fail 21 Sep 2020 86,527 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 1.125 (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength box section under sill as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective showing fault on dash (1.1.4 (a) (i))

both sides front wheels stick out slightly further than the wheel arches

Pass 3 Jul 2018 86,007 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 86,006 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 76,850 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 76,778 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

Fail 17 May 2017 76,624 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread on front windscreen (6.3.4b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 7 May 2016 72,120 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2016 72,091 miles

Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering O/S and N/S front chassis and floor pans . (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 28 Feb 2016 72,083 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both rear tyre cracking on sidewalls

Pass 21 Feb 2015 70,381 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 66,305 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 66,158 miles

both front chassis legs corroding near anti roll bar mounts but under tray fitted and unable to inspect fully

general corrosion to underside and both inner rear wheel archs

Pass 12 Sep 2012 63,466 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 59,835 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 54,324 miles

nearside front brake binding slightly

Pass 15 Sep 2009 50,631 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 45,130 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 39,230 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 31,812 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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FA03 ZJV is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZJV, 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 FA03 ZJV registered?

FA03 ZJV is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 July 2003.

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