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VN53 FJA

2003 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

57,263 mi
Last recorded57,263 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN53 FJA
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 57,263 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2024 54,811 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2023 51,362 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x4 (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 51,127 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2021 51,127 miles

Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre has ply or cords exposed all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Sep 2020 50,782 miles

underbody has slight corrosion

Pass 13 Sep 2019 50,474 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 49,641 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 48,498 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 47,822 miles

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

all 4 tyres perished slightly but not deep to show cord

rear brake binding slightly

Pass 10 Sep 2015 46,770 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 45,350 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2014 45,350 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 44,672 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 43,766 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 42,413 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 39,983 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Nov 2009 36,938 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 34,044 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Nov 2007 30,343 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 26,256 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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VN53 FJA is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 VN53 FJA, 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 VN53 FJA registered?

VN53 FJA is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 November 2003.

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The MOT history for VN53 FJA shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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