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WG03 XHY

2003 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37,867 mi
Last recorded37,867 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 37,867 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 37,844 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 37,618 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 36,798 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 35,407 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2020 34,577 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2020 34,575 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 17 May 2019 33,967 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 32,678 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 31,960 miles
Fail 22 May 2017 31,943 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 6 May 2016 31,070 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 29,621 miles
Fail 19 May 2015 29,621 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Pass 19 May 2014 28,769 miles

corroion rear of n/s outter sill

Pass 24 Jun 2013 27,814 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Jun 2012 26,279 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 25,243 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 25,243 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Fail 29 Jun 2010 23,733 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 23,733 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 22,051 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 20,449 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 17,853 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 14,928 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 XHY is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XHY, 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

How do I check the history of WG03 XHY?

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What year was WG03 XHY registered?

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

Is WG03 XHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG03 XHY shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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