2003 Mazda MX-5 1.6L Petrol · H885 AYP
2003 Mazda MX-5 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Apr 2003. Recorded mileage 212,300 miles. MOT expired on 25 Feb 2025.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 25 Feb 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 212,300 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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H885 AYP Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/02/2024
- 212,300 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.
H885 AYP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Mazda Mx-5 (H885 AYP) between June 2022 and February 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 26 February 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
H885 AYP Mileage History
- 30/06/2022206,100 mi
- 01/07/2022206,110 mi+10 mi
- 20/02/2024212,265 mi+6,155 mi
- 26/02/2024212,300 mi+35 mi
Average of roughly 3,736 miles per year across 4 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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