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SXI 626

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

52,300 mi
Last recorded52,300 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSXI 626
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 52,300 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Feb 2026 52,300 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2025 51,630 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Feb 2025 51,628 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 50,002 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2024 50,002 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 185/65R14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 185/60R14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Feb 2023 48,426 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2023 48,425 miles

Front Brake hydraulic reservoir cap missing (1.1.10 (e))

Fail 13 Feb 2023 48,423 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2022 47,089 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2022 47,088 miles

Front Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Dec 2020 45,296 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2020 45,296 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2019 43,186 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 40,677 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 38,091 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 35,355 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 34,064 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 32,159 miles

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

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside rear brake binding very slightly

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 31,082 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 29,314 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 27,566 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 25,497 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 22,862 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 17,027 miles

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

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

Fail 24 May 2006 17,027 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.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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SXI 626 is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SXI 626, 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

How do I check the history of SXI 626?

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What year was SXI 626 registered?

SXI 626 is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is SXI 626 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SXI 626 shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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