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Y55 BJF

2003 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,431 mi
Last recorded44,431 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY55 BJF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2025 44,431 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2024 43,551 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 42,207 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 40,815 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 39,596 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 38,473 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 36,441 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 34,609 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 33,131 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 30,773 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 28,286 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 25,743 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 23,060 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 21,294 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 18,776 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 16,804 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 14,597 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 12,455 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 10,384 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 8,076 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2005 6,664 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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Y55 BJF 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 Y55 BJF, 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 Y55 BJF registered?

Y55 BJF is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 January 2003.

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