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VU03 MTY

2003 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2022
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,025 mi
Last recorded36,025 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2021
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 MTY
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2021 36,025 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2019 34,803 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 34,497 miles

Offside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage Slight leak from pipe into steering rack. (2.3.3b)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 33,793 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 32,480 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 31,101 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 29,058 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 27,091 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 26,534 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 25,477 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 24,272 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 23,223 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 21,867 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Feb 2007 19,738 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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VU03 MTY 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 100%.

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 VU03 MTY, 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 VU03 MTY registered?

VU03 MTY is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 15 March 2003.

Is VU03 MTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU03 MTY shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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