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FE03 XRU

2003 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

105,359 mi
Last recorded105,359 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE03 XRU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2025 105,359 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2024 103,953 miles

underside of vehicle has surface corrosion on suspension parts and body

Pass 11 Nov 2022 102,646 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 98,705 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 May 2014 98,548 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 2 May 2014 98,538 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 80,287 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 71,278 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 66,860 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 64,835 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 62,306 miles

n/s/f brake disc/pad catching slightly

surface rust on front and rear brake discs

Pass 12 Feb 2008 52,006 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2007 38,232 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2007 38,232 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

both front tyres getting low

Pass 6 Feb 2006 20,667 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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FE03 XRU is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FE03 XRU, 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 FE03 XRU registered?

FE03 XRU is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 March 2003.

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