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WU03 VST

2003 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

71,436 mi
Last recorded71,436 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2021
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU03 VST
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2021 71,436 miles

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2021 71,436 miles

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

Front Inner Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted plate surround (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill & arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill inner (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill outer (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 30 Apr 2018 67,975 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2018 67,970 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded both lower (5.2.6)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 64,633 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 58,935 miles

slight corrosion to o/s/f chassis.

slight corrosion to o/s/r sill.

Pass 13 Mar 2015 49,694 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 45,112 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 39,992 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2013 39,992 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 36,491 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2012 36,491 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 32,848 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 30,754 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 28,330 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 24,439 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 18,983 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2007 18,983 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 15 Feb 2006 14,030 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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WU03 VST is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WU03 VST, 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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WU03 VST is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 3 March 2003.

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