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FD52 PXX

2003 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

75,259 mi
Last recorded75,259 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD52 PXX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2019 75,259 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2019 75,238 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 72,323 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 62,520 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

undersealed

Fail 3 Jun 2016 62,431 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 47,308 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Jan 2012 44,522 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 41,776 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 41,776 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 39,447 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 36,106 miles
Pass 7 May 2007 33,324 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 33,258 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 28,576 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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FD52 PXX is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FD52 PXX, 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 FD52 PXX registered?

FD52 PXX is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 21 January 2003.

Is FD52 PXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD52 PXX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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