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FE53 PNX

2003 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

84,700 mi
Last recorded84,700 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2021
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE53 PNX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2021 84,700 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 3 Jun 2021 84,687 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2019 78,239 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2019 78,180 miles

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

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 69,275 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 66,256 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 65,088 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2016 65,086 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2015 62,452 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 59,273 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 55,602 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 50,180 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2011 45,041 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 43,768 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 42,224 miles

parking brake travel excessive

Pass 9 Aug 2008 41,290 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2007 35,966 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 38,274 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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FE53 PNX is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FE53 PNX, 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 FE53 PNX registered?

FE53 PNX is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 19 September 2003.

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