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WV03 FRU

2003 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,379 mi
Last recorded19,379 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV03 FRU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 20 Feb 2026 19,379 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 19,262 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 19,180 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 19,142 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing on sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

all tyre have manufactured date of 2002

Pass 5 Mar 2022 18,908 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 18,772 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 18,734 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 18,497 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 18,154 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 17,411 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 16,732 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 16,197 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 15,546 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 15,005 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 14,187 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 13,872 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 13,415 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 12,736 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 11,810 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 10,916 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 8,403 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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WV03 FRU is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WV03 FRU, 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 WV03 FRU registered?

WV03 FRU is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 8 March 2003.

Is WV03 FRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV03 FRU shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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