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YB03 XXJ

2003 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

26,286 mi
Last recorded26,286 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB03 XXJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 26,286 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 26,041 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 25,923 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 25,620 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 24,921 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 24,653 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 24,503 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 24,089 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 22,481 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 21,482 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 20,978 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 19,895 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2015 19,895 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 18,994 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 17,414 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 16,799 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 15,509 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 14,743 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 13,712 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 12,698 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 11,295 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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YB03 XXJ is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 YB03 XXJ, 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 YB03 XXJ registered?

YB03 XXJ is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 6 June 2003.

Is YB03 XXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB03 XXJ shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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