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WR52 ZXG

2003 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

37,186 mi
Last recorded37,186 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR52 ZXG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 37,186 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 35,213 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2025 35,213 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2024 33,878 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2023 30,982 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front subframe corrosion

Pass 25 Jan 2022 29,065 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 27,520 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Jan 2021 27,514 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2020 26,334 miles

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Jan 2019 24,654 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 22,957 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2017 20,918 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 19,013 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 17,305 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 15,439 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 11,726 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 10,155 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 8,319 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 7,062 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 5,758 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 4,804 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 4,384 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 3,681 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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WR52 ZXG is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,839cc 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 WR52 ZXG, 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 WR52 ZXG registered?

WR52 ZXG is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is WR52 ZXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR52 ZXG 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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