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WP03 GKX

2003 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

53,913 mi
Last recorded53,913 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP03 GKX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Fail 26 Jun 2026 53,913 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 53,473 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 52,355 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 51,971 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2021 51,965 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 49,153 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 48,361 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 47,098 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2017 47,074 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 38,917 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 35,580 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 32,514 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 26,460 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2009 25,155 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 22,936 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

small stone chip in front screen

Pass 15 Mar 2007 12,807 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 12,271 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2006 12,271 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

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 GKX is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GKX, 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 WP03 GKX registered?

WP03 GKX is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 9 July 2003.

Is WP03 GKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP03 GKX shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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