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X5 LWN

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

77,107 mi
Last recorded77,107 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX5 LWN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 77,107 miles

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear sill corroded

Offside Rear sill corroded

Pass 19 Feb 2025 67,875 miles

Nearside Rear sill to arch corroded

Fail 17 Feb 2025 67,875 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working intermittently partially working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear sill to arch corroded

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 66,987 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 66,232 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 65,891 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 65,654 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 64,242 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 62,150 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 61,174 miles

slight binding on both sides rear brakes

Pass 12 Oct 2016 59,894 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 58,365 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 57,084 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2014 57,082 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 53,814 miles

nearside rear brake disc is blue with heat

Fail 11 Sep 2013 53,812 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

nearside rear brake disc is blue with heat

Pass 5 Sep 2012 51,216 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 44,741 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 42,577 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 38,114 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009 38,114 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 30,629 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 29,756 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 24,383 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 18,991 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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X5 LWN is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 X5 LWN, 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 X5 LWN registered?

X5 LWN is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 July 2003.

Is X5 LWN safe to buy?

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