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WN53 LFB

2003 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

123,493 mi
Last recorded123,493 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN53 LFB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2024 123,493 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2024 123,487 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 116,308 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 106,074 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 102,367 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 97,730 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 87,614 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 85,294 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2017 85,294 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 78,759 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion All Over (6.1.A.1)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 70,778 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 65,056 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 60,354 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 57,388 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 46,804 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 43,360 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 39,844 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 33,369 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 26,780 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Sep 2006 21,780 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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WN53 LFB is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 WN53 LFB, 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 WN53 LFB registered?

WN53 LFB is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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