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YU03 LHV

2003 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

48,645 mi
Last recorded48,645 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU03 LHV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2019 48,645 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2019 48,645 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Mar 2018 44,357 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2018 44,357 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 30 Mar 2017 40,439 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2016 37,135 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2015 32,459 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2015 32,459 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 4 Oct 2013 26,482 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 26,482 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 22,407 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 16,893 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 16,893 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 13,204 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 11,866 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 10,820 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 9,122 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 LHV is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 YU03 LHV, 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 LHV registered?

YU03 LHV is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 July 2003.

Is YU03 LHV safe to buy?

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