2003 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · SN53 TPV
2003 Mazda MX-5 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 28 Oct 2003. Recorded mileage 97,915 miles. MOT expired on 31 Mar 2026. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 31 Mar 2026
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 97,915 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SN53 TPV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/04/2025
- 97,915 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring windscreen items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SN53 TPV 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 (SN53 TPV) between March 2022 and April 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 02 April 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
SN53 TPV Mileage History
- 22/03/202296,481 mi
- 22/03/202296,481 mi
- 06/03/202397,104 mi+623 mi
- 05/03/202497,721 mi+617 mi
- 02/04/202597,915 mi+194 mi
Average of roughly 473 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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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