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FA52 FVT

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2020
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,109 mi
Last recorded35,109 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA52 FVT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 2 Aug 2019 35,109 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 35,104 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 34,383 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 34,292 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 33,440 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 33,118 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 32,977 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 32,400 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 31,650 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 31,292 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 30,989 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 30,864 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 29,947 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 23,987 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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FA52 FVT is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 FA52 FVT, 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 FA52 FVT registered?

FA52 FVT is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is FA52 FVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA52 FVT shows 14 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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