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T10 SVT

2003 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

25,304 mi
Last recorded25,304 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT10 SVT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 25,304 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2025 25,304 miles

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

Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened All brake discs heavily corroded on the inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Axle (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Jan 2024 25,265 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 25,054 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2023 25,054 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2022 24,826 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 24,275 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 22,487 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 21,137 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive slight oil from engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres cracked on sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres cracked on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 May 2018 20,095 miles

tyre's perishing

Pass 26 May 2017 18,520 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 17,124 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 15,686 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 14,548 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 13,886 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 13,144 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 11,761 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 11,018 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 7,603 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 2,400 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 2,225 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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T10 SVT is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 T10 SVT, 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 T10 SVT registered?

T10 SVT is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is T10 SVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for T10 SVT shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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