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VA03 MYT

2003 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

36,858 mi
Last recorded36,858 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA03 MYT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 36,858 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Jun 2025 36,470 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 36,006 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear long hand brake travel

Pass 15 Jun 2023 35,558 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

rear arms and subframe corroded

Pass 21 Jun 2022 35,234 miles

Both side front and rear suspension arms rusty

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin About 75-80% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2021 34,939 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 34,428 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2019 33,864 miles

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

Fail 21 Jun 2019 33,864 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2018 31,818 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2017 30,964 miles

rear brake pads over 75%worn

Pass 27 Jun 2016 30,051 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 29,036 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 24,284 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 21,349 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 18,799 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 16,509 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 15,145 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 11,571 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 9,542 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 6,547 miles

all 4 tyres perishing and cracking (not deep enough to reach inner ply/cord at present)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 5,778 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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VA03 MYT is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 VA03 MYT, 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 VA03 MYT registered?

VA03 MYT is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is VA03 MYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA03 MYT shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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