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YK03 WLS

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

41,931 mi
Last recorded41,931 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2023
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK03 WLS
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2023 41,931 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 41,142 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

very dry underneath

Pass 28 Jul 2020 59,886 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2020 59,886 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2019 39,066 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2019 39,062 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded runs over rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 38,319 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 37,687 miles

Central Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Rear discs poor condition

Pass 18 Jul 2016 36,638 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 36,046 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 35,092 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2014 35,092 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 33,178 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 30,099 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 30,099 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 28,326 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 25,586 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 22,908 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 19,949 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 16,946 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 15,108 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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YK03 WLS is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 YK03 WLS, 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 YK03 WLS registered?

YK03 WLS is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 25 July 2003.

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