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YU03 LHJ

2003 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,701 mi
Last recorded45,701 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU03 LHJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 19 Dec 2016 45,701 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

various suspension parts&under side of vehicle corroded

Pass 5 Jan 2016 44,309 miles

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

Various suspension parts & under side of vehicle corroded

Pass 8 Jan 2015 42,977 miles

various suspension parts & underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 10 Dec 2013 41,781 miles

various componates and underside of vehicle have slight corrotion

Pass 21 Dec 2012 39,888 miles

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

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Outer Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 36,279 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 34,719 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 30,974 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 26,904 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 28 Jul 2008 22,663 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 19,468 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Aug 2006 16,910 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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YU03 LHJ is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YU03 LHJ, 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 YU03 LHJ registered?

YU03 LHJ is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 July 2003.

Is YU03 LHJ safe to buy?

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