2003 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · GX03 EXB
2003 Mazda MX-5 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 30 Jul 2003. Recorded mileage 63,432 miles. MOT expired on 06 Apr 2023.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 06 Apr 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 63,432 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GX03 EXB Key Findings
- 23 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/04/2022
- 63,432 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GX03 EXB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
23 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Mazda Mx-5 (GX03 EXB) between July 2006 and April 2022.
The record contains 17 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 08 April 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (10 issues), Bodywork (8 issues), Suspension (8 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Windscreen (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 37 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: “Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))”; “Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))”; “Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 ”.
GX03 EXB Mileage History
- 07/07/200610,430 mi
- 04/07/200713,011 mi+2,581 mi
- 30/07/200817,994 mi+4,983 mi
- 31/07/200923,374 mi+5,380 mi
- 31/07/200923,374 mi
- 03/08/201028,514 mi+5,140 mi
- 05/08/201133,177 mi+4,663 mi
- 20/08/2012112,275 mi+79,098 mi
- 08/08/201342,423 mi-69,852 mi
- 28/01/201443,916 mi+1,493 mi
- 15/01/201545,855 mi+1,939 mi
- 29/12/201547,115 mi+1,260 mi
- 07/01/201748,482 mi+1,367 mi
- 07/01/201748,482 mi
- 09/11/201749,582 mi+1,100 mi
- 04/04/201852,090 mi+2,508 mi
- 05/04/201852,090 mi
- 03/04/201957,271 mi+5,181 mi
- 04/04/201957,271 mi
- 21/09/202061,770 mi+4,499 mi
- 07/10/202061,842 mi+72 mi
- 06/10/202163,352 mi+1,510 mi
- 08/04/202263,432 mi+80 mi
Average of roughly 3,365 miles per year across 23 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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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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