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XIW 9048

2003 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

64,623 mi
Last recorded64,623 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2024
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXIW 9048
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2024 64,623 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 63,357 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 62,986 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 61,992 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 61,076 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 59,728 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 58,633 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 58,316 miles

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 18 Jun 2009 56,900 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 56,900 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 56,268 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 56,268 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 54,483 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

windscreen slightly damaged by wiper blade

Pass 15 Jun 2006 51,641 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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XIW 9048 is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 XIW 9048, 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 XIW 9048 registered?

XIW 9048 is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 17 January 2003.

Is XIW 9048 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XIW 9048 shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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