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YK03 VWB

2003 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

117,741 mi
Last recorded117,741 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK03 VWB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2015 117,741 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2015 117,741 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 106,255 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Sep 2013 98,373 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2013 98,372 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Offside Rear Upper coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 90,635 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 89,178 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front brake discs corroded and scored

Fail 30 Mar 2010 84,413 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 84,413 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 77,802 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 66,580 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 51,452 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 51,452 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 40,638 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 40,638 miles

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

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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YK03 VWB is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YK03 VWB, 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 YK03 VWB registered?

YK03 VWB is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 March 2003.

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