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FD03 NYU

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

38,915 mi
Last recorded38,915 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD03 NYU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 38,915 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 37,839 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 36,479 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2024 36,475 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner worn (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 36,404 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 36,306 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 36,111 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 35,415 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 35,154 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 34,173 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 32,630 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 31,455 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 30,366 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 27,567 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 26,850 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 25,395 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 23,434 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 20,856 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 17,227 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 10,726 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 9,662 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 7,884 miles

nail in n/s/r tyre

slight corrosion to front discs inner face

Pass 15 May 2006 5,845 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 5,844 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.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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FD03 NYU is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FD03 NYU, 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 FD03 NYU registered?

FD03 NYU is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 22 May 2003.

Is FD03 NYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD03 NYU shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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