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VE03 XHD

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

69,729 mi
Last recorded69,729 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE03 XHD
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 69,729 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 67,732 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 65,206 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 65,069 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 63,265 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 62,822 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 60,577 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 57,859 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 53,190 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 48,602 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 47,713 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2012 47,641 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 45,218 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 39,984 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 34,326 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 39,426 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 26,300 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 21,511 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 XHD is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 XHD, 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 XHD registered?

VE03 XHD is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 10 June 2003.

Is VE03 XHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE03 XHD shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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