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YA52 NGF

2003 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

42,995 mi
Last recorded42,995 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2024
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA52 NGF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2024 42,995 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2023 42,554 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Upper & lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Upper & lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Upper & lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Upper & lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 41,996 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 41,309 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 40,848 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 40,057 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened attached suspension components also corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened attached suspension components also corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 39,367 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 38,555 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 37,736 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 36,667 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 35,415 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 34,175 miles

front and rear brake pads getting low

Fail 19 Feb 2013 34,157 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

front and rear brake pads getting low

Pass 28 Feb 2012 33,238 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 31,340 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 29,003 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 25,655 miles

front pads close to limit

Pass 25 Feb 2008 21,163 miles

front pads wearing low

Pass 20 Feb 2007 16,884 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 12,647 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2006 12,557 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

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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YA52 NGF is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 YA52 NGF, 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.

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What year was YA52 NGF registered?

YA52 NGF is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 January 2003.

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