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WP03 GKC

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2025
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

102,533 mi
Last recorded102,533 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP03 GKC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2024 102,533 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2024 102,533 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2023 102,513 miles

suspension components corroded

Pass 25 Aug 2022 102,134 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2022 102,115 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner end of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner end of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 102,105 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 102,000 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 100,530 miles

Corrosion on parts of underside of vehicle.

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 25 Mar 2019 100,526 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Corrosion on parts of underside of vehicle.

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear number plate deteriorated.

Pass 28 Feb 2018 85,383 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2018 85,383 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 66,676 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 61,414 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 56,832 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 524,360 miles

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

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

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Fail 28 May 2014 52,453 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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Pass 3 Jul 2013 48,048 miles

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

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

rear of both outer sills corroded ,but not within prescribed areas

Pass 3 Jul 2012 46,577 miles

Offside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 43,244 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 39,037 miles

front pads worn VERY low

Pass 23 Jun 2009 32,130 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 32,053 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 May 2008 24,733 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 17,669 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 11,068 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 10,681 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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WP03 GKC is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 WP03 GKC, 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.

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What year was WP03 GKC registered?

WP03 GKC is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 May 2003.

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