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YF03 BSZ

2003 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2025
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

49,435 mi
Last recorded49,435 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2025
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF03 BSZ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Fail 16 Jan 2025 49,435 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength anti roll bar mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength anti roll bar mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Jan 2024 48,957 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 48,599 miles

offside inner wheel arch corroded

Pass 25 Feb 2022 47,135 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear-slight (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Mar 2021 45,837 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 44,808 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2019 44,003 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 42,371 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 40,585 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 37,283 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 34,240 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 30,944 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 27,357 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 24,361 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 24,361 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 22,981 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 21,515 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 19,537 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 14,488 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 7,194 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 22,276 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 21,684 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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YF03 BSZ is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YF03 BSZ, 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 YF03 BSZ registered?

YF03 BSZ is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is YF03 BSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF03 BSZ shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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