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FA03 ZKJ

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

77,264 mi
Last recorded77,264 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA03 ZKJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 77,264 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 May 2026 77,258 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2025 73,855 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

underside corrosion

Pass 4 Apr 2024 70,030 miles

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

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

General underbody corrosion

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 22 Mar 2024 70,023 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Rear Service brake excessively binding Both (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

General underbody corrosion

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 68,526 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Mar 2023 68,509 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 66,611 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2022 66,608 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides (3.5 (a))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 65,202 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 63,684 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2020 63,684 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2019 61,346 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 57,855 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2016 53,385 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2016 53,385 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 48,506 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 42,465 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 38,013 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 34,094 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 28,584 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2010 21,399 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 19,284 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 16,840 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 14,228 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 10,122 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 ZKJ is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FA03 ZKJ, 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 ZKJ registered?

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

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The MOT history for FA03 ZKJ shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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