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YB52 HVN

2003 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

97,130 mi
Last recorded97,130 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB52 HVN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2025 97,130 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 93,246 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 88,541 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2023 88,518 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 87,770 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 87,770 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 85,639 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 81,145 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 77,017 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 72,260 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 68,056 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 68,056 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 62,599 miles
Fail 23 May 2015 62,599 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 23 May 2014 54,912 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 47,619 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2012 38,805 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 34,345 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 33,700 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 33,676 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Sep 2009 33,346 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 32,837 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 32,589 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007
Pass 10 Feb 2006 26,596 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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YB52 HVN is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 YB52 HVN, 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 YB52 HVN registered?

YB52 HVN is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 5 January 2003.

Is YB52 HVN safe to buy?

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