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WU03 VSV

2003 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

66,190 mi
Last recorded66,190 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU03 VSV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 66,190 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2024 64,922 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 63,613 miles

Light intensity slightly reduced to Both headlight's. (Clouding)

Pass 5 Aug 2022 61,554 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 60,290 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 5 Aug 2021 60,290 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 58,931 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 57,529 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 56,115 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 55,463 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 55,463 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Braking system leaking brake calliper (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Mar 2016 52,947 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2016 52,946 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear brake pads very low

Pass 13 Apr 2015 49,895 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 48,900 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 47,050 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 43,646 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2011 40,703 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 37,228 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 32,096 miles

front number plate begining to delaminate

Pass 5 Mar 2008 27,408 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 22,630 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 16,477 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 VSV is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 WU03 VSV, 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

How do I check the history of WU03 VSV?

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What year was WU03 VSV registered?

WU03 VSV is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is WU03 VSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU03 VSV shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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