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YU03 ZNA

2003 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

42,944 mi
Last recorded42,944 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU03 ZNA
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 42,944 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2025 42,587 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 42,146 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 40,603 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 15 Aug 2023 40,550 miles

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

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 39,099 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 29 Jul 2020 39,090 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced both outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both bald on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 36,015 miles

Front both tyres wearing on edges and perishing

Pass 30 Jul 2018 33,173 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 27,961 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 23,571 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded o/s to n/side flexi hose both sides of plastic coating (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 May 2015 22,566 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 21,439 miles

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

Nearside front caliper binding slightly

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

Offside front caliper binding slightly

Pass 14 May 2014 21,439 miles

Nearside front caliper binding slightly

Offside front caliper binding slightly

Pass 18 Mar 2013 20,193 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2012 18,120 miles

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

Raer tyres slightly perished due to being old.

Pass 18 Mar 2011 16,074 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 16,074 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 14,068 miles

o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 28 Aug 2009 13,849 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 12,144 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 10,192 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2007 10,192 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 7,903 miles

oil leak oil on drip tray under engine

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 ZNA is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 ZNA, 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

How do I check the history of YU03 ZNA?

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What year was YU03 ZNA registered?

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

Is YU03 ZNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YU03 ZNA shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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