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YS53 PZR

2003 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

96,590 mi
Last recorded96,590 miles
Recorded on25 May 2022
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS53 PZR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 May 2022 96,590 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Outer sills corroded

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened wishbone arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened wish bone arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened wishbone arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Outer sills corroded

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened wishbone arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

o/s and n/s floor pans corroded

under-shield covers fitted

Fail 24 May 2022 96,590 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

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

Nearside Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre wall splitting (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre walls splitting (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Outer sills corroded

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened wishbone arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened wish bone arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened wishbone arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Outer sills corroded

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened wishbone arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

o/s and n/s floor pans corroded

under-shield covers fitted

Pass 4 Mar 2021 93,941 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

engine covers fitted

under-shield covers fitted

Fail 4 Mar 2021 93,941 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

engine covers fitted

under-shield covers fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2019 89,689 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Various underbody area's and component's heavily corroded

Pass 18 Jun 2018 87,938 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

surface corrosion on mechanical components

under trays fitted not allowing a full examination of some components & slightly damaged

Pass 7 Jun 2017 86,071 miles

all wishbones have surface rust

front and rear sub frames has surface rust

Pass 16 Jun 2016 84,029 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front chassis rusty

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both rear outer sills rusty

rusty underside

Pass 1 Jul 2015 81,785 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 80,989 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 79,947 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 78,263 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 76,850 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 75,256 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 75,245 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 4 May 2010 69,788 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 61,599 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 61,599 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 May 2008 52,344 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 43,332 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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YS53 PZR is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YS53 PZR, 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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YS53 PZR is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 20 November 2003.

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