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YN03 ZBJ

2003 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

35,655 mi
Last recorded35,655 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN03 ZBJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 35,655 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 35,496 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2024 35,398 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2023 35,204 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2022 34,999 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 34,970 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 34,813 miles

slight corosion ns sill

Pass 15 Apr 2019 34,589 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 34,361 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 34,131 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 33,624 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 33,185 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 32,623 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 32,039 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 31,714 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 31,714 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 30,799 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 29,910 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 29,910 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 28,836 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 27,070 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 26,191 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 24,472 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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YN03 ZBJ is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 YN03 ZBJ, 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 YN03 ZBJ registered?

YN03 ZBJ is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is YN03 ZBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN03 ZBJ shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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