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YW03 HSV

2003 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

47,331 mi
Last recorded47,331 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2022
Typical for 2003 Mazda MX-560,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYW03 HSV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2022 47,331 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower 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))

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

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

Offside Front Lower 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))

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2020 46,945 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2020 46,945 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2019 45,879 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2019 45,878 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2018 44,709 miles

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

Front shockers corroded

Nearside Front suspension arm corroded

Nearside Rear suspension arm corroded

Offside Front suspension arm corroded

Offside Rear suspension arm corroded

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

Rear shockers corroded

general corrosion

Pass 19 Apr 2017 40,866 miles

n/s/f & o/s/f lower wing to sills corroded

Pass 28 Apr 2016 38,852 miles

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

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

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

Pass 1 May 2015 36,319 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 34,012 miles

offside front brake binding slightly

offside rear sill corroded

Pass 3 May 2013 30,788 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 30,788 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2012 30,014 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 28,124 miles

rear brake pads becomming low

Pass 15 Sep 2010 26,424 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2010 26,416 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

ADVISE:- o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 26 Aug 2009 24,449 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 21,316 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 18,224 miles

front brake discs inner faces corroded

Fail 14 Aug 2006 14,251 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Aug 2006 14,251 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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YW03 HSV is a 2003 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 YW03 HSV, 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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What year was YW03 HSV registered?

YW03 HSV is a 2003 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 15 August 2003.

Is YW03 HSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YW03 HSV shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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