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TJZ 2838

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2024
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,891 mi
Last recorded54,891 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTJZ 2838
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 26 Oct 2023 54,891 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 54,598 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 49,776 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 43,371 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 36,341 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 29,617 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 24,528 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 23,435 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2014 21,773 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 19,983 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 18,754 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 17,526 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 13,785 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 10,333 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 5,945 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 4,096 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 3,563 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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TJZ 2838 is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 TJZ 2838, 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 TJZ 2838 registered?

TJZ 2838 is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 26 June 2003.

Is TJZ 2838 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TJZ 2838 shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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