2003 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · VE03 FZP
2003 Mazda MX-5 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 11/06/2003. Recorded mileage 77,658 miles. MOT valid until 15/07/2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Worcester
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15/07/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 77,658 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
VE03 FZP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/07/2026
- 77,658 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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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VE03 FZP Mileage History
- 01/07/202361,391 mi
- 29/06/202472,300 mi+10,909 mi
- 13/06/202575,907 mi+3,607 mi
- 09/07/202677,651 mi+1,744 mi
- 17/07/202677,658 mi+7 mi
Average of roughly 5,343 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
VE03 FZP 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 (VE03 FZP) between July 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 17 July 2026 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: Suspension (4 issues), Bodywork (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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 Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn joint worn/insecure (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Exhaust system insecure exhaust system incorrectly fitted and fouling various components (6.1.2 (a))”; “Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached several rear suspension components/fasteners ”.
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