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YE03 LXR

2003 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

77,210 mi
Last recorded77,210 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2014
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE03 LXR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 21 Jan 2014 77,210 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 77,210 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 60,195 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 59,673 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 58,414 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 59,190 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 50,510 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 50,510 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 45,372 miles

front discs started to corrode on inner faces

Pass 11 Apr 2007 40,124 miles

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Apr 2006 34,112 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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YE03 LXR is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YE03 LXR, 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 YE03 LXR registered?

YE03 LXR is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 May 2003.

Is YE03 LXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE03 LXR shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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