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VN03 NKC

2003 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

77,255 mi
Last recorded77,255 miles
Recorded on11 May 2023
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN03 NKC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 May 2023 77,255 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer/inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer/inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 11 May 2023 77,255 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Exhaust system corroded

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer/inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer/inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 May 2022 72,383 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension components corroded

Fail 6 May 2022 72,383 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension components corroded

Pass 12 May 2021 65,371 miles

Nearside outer sill very rusty.

Offside inner and outer sill very rusty.

Offside inner wing very rusty.

Fail 11 May 2021 65,303 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside outer sill very rusty.

Offside inner and outer sill very rusty.

Offside inner wing very rusty.

Pass 13 May 2020 52,980 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 42,786 miles

Both sills in rusty condition.

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

Pass 25 Apr 2018 34,330 miles

corrosion in rear sill ends ,mil omn ,corrosion in rear discs ,n/s/f brake binding

Pass 27 Apr 2017 33,781 miles

bind from the nearside front road wheel, brake disc discoloured.

corrosion in both rear outer sills/sill ends.

Fail 27 Apr 2017 33,779 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

bind from the nearside front road wheel, brake disc discoloured.

corrosion in both rear outer sills/sill ends.

Pass 27 Apr 2016 32,544 miles

corrosion in o/s/ and n/s rear sill panels

Pass 22 Apr 2015 31,395 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 30,709 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 29,292 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 27,990 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 27,990 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

handbrake effort becoming weak/low....

Pass 24 Mar 2011 25,024 miles

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

Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

Pass 20 Jan 2010 15,785 miles

offside and nearside rear tyres cracked on tread-cord not exposed

offside front tyre cracked on tread-cord not exposed

parking brake close to reaching no reserve travel

Pass 16 Apr 2009 14,405 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 12,547 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 10,806 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 8,785 miles

all tyres have age cracks in treads

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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VN03 NKC is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 VN03 NKC, 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 VN03 NKC registered?

VN03 NKC is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 24 April 2003.

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