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WK03 BUW

2003 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

31,033 mi
Last recorded31,033 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK03 BUW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 31,033 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 30,539 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 29,993 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 29,487 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 28,424 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 27,580 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 26,893 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 26,091 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2018 25,016 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 23,990 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/50R15 (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 19 Feb 2016 22,968 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 22,137 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 20,853 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013 19,926 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2013 19,926 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 18,971 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 17,511 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 15,406 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 13,356 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2008 11,456 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 11,456 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 9,824 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 7,854 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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WK03 BUW is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 WK03 BUW, 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 WK03 BUW registered?

WK03 BUW is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is WK03 BUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK03 BUW shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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