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VG51 GGG

2003 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

58,305 mi
Last recorded58,305 miles
Recorded on24 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVG51 GGG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2016 58,305 miles

Both front tyres tread splitting

Pass 4 Jun 2015 57,356 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 56,560 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2014 56,560 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 May 2013 51,246 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 45,577 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 39,218 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2010 33,341 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 27,141 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 20,403 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 13,183 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2006 6,082 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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VG51 GGG is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VG51 GGG, 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 VG51 GGG registered?

VG51 GGG is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 May 2003.

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The MOT history for VG51 GGG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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