2003 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · BC03 DHF
2003 Mazda MX-5 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 30 Jul 2003. Recorded mileage 84,727 miles. MOT valid until 02 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 84,727 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BC03 DHF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/08/2026
- 84,727 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BC03 DHF 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 (BC03 DHF) between May 2025 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 04 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (7 issues), Bodywork (5 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”.
BC03 DHF Mileage History
- 01/05/202581,110 mi
- 10/07/202581,443 mi+333 mi
- 10/07/202581,443 mi
- 09/07/202684,548 mi+3,105 mi
- 04/08/202684,727 mi+179 mi
Average of roughly 2,872 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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