2003 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · J276 TBW
2003 Mazda MX-5 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Jul 2003. Recorded mileage 122,625 miles. MOT expired on 05 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2003
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 05 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 122,625 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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J276 TBW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/11/2025
- 122,625 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
J276 TBW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Mazda Mx-5 (J276 TBW) between October 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 06 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
J276 TBW Mileage History
- 18/10/2023118,929 mi
- 29/10/2024120,568 mi+1,639 mi
- 29/10/2024120,570 mi+2 mi
- 29/10/2025122,613 mi+2,043 mi
- 06/11/2025122,625 mi+12 mi
Average of roughly 1,800 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mazda Mazda MX-5 (NB)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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