2003 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · WB53 FJB
2003 Mazda MX-5 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 28 Nov 2003. Recorded mileage 86,432 miles. MOT expired on 30 May 2025.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 30 May 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 86,432 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WB53 FJB Key Findings
- 31 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/06/2024
- 86,432 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 14 historical MOT failures
- 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (31 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WB53 FJB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
31 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Mazda Mx-5 (WB53 FJB) between November 2006 and June 2024.
The record contains 17 passes and 14 failures.
The most recent test on 01 June 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 14 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (31 issues), Bodywork (17 issues), Suspension (15 issues), Tyres (11 issues), Lighting (9 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 76 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: “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”; “Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))”; “Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.
WB53 FJB Mileage History
- 16/11/200617,460 mi
- 16/11/200617,460 mi
- 19/11/200725,995 mi+8,535 mi
- 11/11/200838,219 mi+12,224 mi
- 12/11/200833,219 mi-5,000 mi
- 14/11/200937,566 mi+4,347 mi
- 06/11/201043,089 mi+5,523 mi
- 16/11/201043,090 mi+1 mi
- 27/03/201248,489 mi+5,399 mi
- 26/04/2013533,468 mi+484,979 mi
- 30/04/201353,473 mi-479,995 mi
- 08/05/201458,002 mi+4,529 mi
- 08/05/201458,002 mi
- 30/04/201562,193 mi+4,191 mi
- 04/05/201668,693 mi+6,500 mi
- 04/05/201773,100 mi+4,407 mi
- 06/05/201773,113 mi+13 mi
- 04/05/201874,619 mi+1,506 mi
- 08/05/201874,838 mi+219 mi
- 09/05/201874,839 mi+1 mi
- 07/06/201975,333 mi+494 mi
- 14/06/201975,339 mi+6 mi
- 09/03/202177,128 mi+1,789 mi
- 15/03/202177,128 mi
- 04/05/202278,318 mi+1,190 mi
- 12/05/202278,321 mi+3 mi
- 12/05/202278,321 mi
- 20/05/202381,170 mi+2,849 mi
- 24/05/202381,171 mi+1 mi
- 25/05/202486,431 mi+5,260 mi
- 01/06/202486,432 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 3,932 miles per year across 31 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: Poor
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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