MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
92,706 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
Vehicle is undersealed
both sides front wheels stick out slightly further than the wheel arches
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
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))
Offside Rear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)
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)
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)
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
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
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)
Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
nearside front brake binding slightly
How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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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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