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WG03 BWM

2003 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2021
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

83,263 mi
Last recorded83,263 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG03 BWM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2020 83,263 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

General corrosion

Pass 30 Apr 2019 73,342 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 63,843 miles

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

nearside rear brake has slight bind

Pass 4 May 2017 57,438 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2016 50,352 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2015 44,096 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2015 44,096 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

n/s/r wheel slighty stiff to turn

Pass 24 Mar 2014 39,405 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 24 Mar 2014 39,404 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 34,836 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 32,848 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 30,244 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 24,544 miles

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

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

front brake disc pitted

rear brake disc pitted

Pass 26 Oct 2009 22,728 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 19,711 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 16,104 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 13,353 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 10,409 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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WG03 BWM is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WG03 BWM, 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 WG03 BWM registered?

WG03 BWM is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 June 2003.

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The MOT history for WG03 BWM shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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