2003 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · GL53 DUA
2003 Mazda MX-5 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 14/11/2003. Recorded mileage 55,270 miles. MOT valid until 26/05/2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Maidstone
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26/05/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 55,270 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 1839cc
GL53 DUA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/05/2026
- 55,270 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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GL53 DUA Mileage History
- 16/02/202446,774 mi
- 30/01/202551,028 mi+4,254 mi
- 17/02/202655,238 mi+4,210 mi
- 28/05/202655,253 mi+15 mi
- 28/05/202655,270 mi+17 mi
Average of roughly 3,730 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
GL53 DUA 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 (GL53 DUA) between February 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 28 May 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: Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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: “Front Sub-frame insecurely attached rear bolts missing (5.3.3 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))”.
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