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Y356 YTP

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,236 mi
Last recorded77,236 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY356 YTP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2021 77,236 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2021 77,233 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Mar 2019 67,809 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2019 67,804 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2018 62,845 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 58,764 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 26 Jan 2017 58,764 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 57,899 miles

Centre Rear Lower registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Jan 2015 56,321 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 54,437 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 51,044 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 48,207 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 42,702 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 38,457 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Jan 2009 33,125 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Jan 2008 28,902 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Jan 2007 24,212 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 3 Feb 2006 18,739 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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Y356 YTP is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc 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 Y356 YTP, 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 Y356 YTP registered?

Y356 YTP is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 7 May 2003.

Is Y356 YTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y356 YTP 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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