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VE03 FZP

2003 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

77,658 mi
Last recorded77,658 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE03 FZP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 77,658 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both nearside and offside (6.1.1 (a) (i))

oil leak

suspension etc corroded

Fail 9 Jul 2026 77,651 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust system insecure exhaust system incorrectly fitted and fouling various components (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn joint worn/insecure (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached several rear suspension components/fasteners insecure (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both nearside and offside (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

oil leak

rear differential oil leak (nearside driveshaft seal?)

suspension etc corroded

Pass 13 Jun 2025 75,907 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2024 72,300 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2023 61,391 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2017 61,017 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 60,694 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 59,876 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2009 54,439 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 46,891 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 40,673 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 33,499 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Jan 2006 27,918 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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VE03 FZP is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VE03 FZP, 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 VE03 FZP registered?

VE03 FZP is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 11 June 2003.

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