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WU53 UFX

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2020
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

140,961 mi
Last recorded140,961 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU53 UFX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2019 140,961 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2018 126,013 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2018 126,012 miles

Emissions not tested c.o and lambda way over the limit (7.3.A.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 Feb 2018 126,012 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 107,451 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2017 107,451 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded both rear outer sills (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 Feb 2016 88,187 miles

corrosion not through all skins rear outer sills + inner sills + inner wheel arches

covers fitted to underside of vehicle

front brakes out of balance

Pass 29 Jan 2015 71,763 miles

both front tyres bald on inner edge + on limit

front brake pads thin

surface corrosion rear outer sills + inner sills + floor pans

Pass 6 Feb 2014 56,671 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 54,996 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 45,509 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 42,511 miles

front discs corroded

rear discs corroded

Pass 14 Oct 2010 40,043 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2010 40,043 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Oct 2009 36,372 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 32,951 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 28,726 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 23,388 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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WU53 UFX is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WU53 UFX, 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 WU53 UFX registered?

WU53 UFX is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 23 September 2003.

Is WU53 UFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU53 UFX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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