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VE03 XGV

2003 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

31,444 mi
Last recorded31,444 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE03 XGV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 31,444 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 30,506 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 29,555 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 23,246 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 22,220 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 21,206 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 20,270 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 19,035 miles

all four tyres wearing on outer edges and getting close to limits

Pass 27 May 2011 18,060 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 17,968 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 17,623 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 17,455 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2007 17,455 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 8 Nov 2006 17,185 miles

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

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

Offside 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)

n/s/r tyre iner side wall cut

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 XGV is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 XGV, 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 VE03 XGV registered?

VE03 XGV is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is VE03 XGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE03 XGV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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