2003 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · R825 ECR
2003 Mazda MX-5 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 14 Aug 2003. Recorded mileage 98,437 miles. MOT valid until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 98,437 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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R825 ECR Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/04/2026
- 98,437 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
R825 ECR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Mazda Mx-5 (R825 ECR) between May 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 02 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
R825 ECR Mileage History
- 30/05/202497,109 mi
- 30/03/202698,410 mi+1,301 mi
- 02/04/202698,437 mi+27 mi
Average of roughly 722 miles per year across 3 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: Average
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