2003 Mazda 3 Ts MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for 3 Ts models manufactured in 2003, based on 55 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2003 Mazda 3 Ts MOT Analysis
The 2003 Mazda 3 Ts has an MOT pass rate of 74.5% based on 55 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 71,150 miles on the odometer. With a 25.5% failure rate, the 2003 3 Ts is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2003 Mazda 3 Ts is Driver's View of the Road, responsible for 5.5% of failures. Driver's View of the Road issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs range from £100–400. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment is the second most common issue at 5.5%. Tyres follows at 3.6%.
Top failures specific to 2003 models only. The overall 3 Ts page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Driver's View Of The Road | 5.5% | 3 |
| 2 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 5.5% | 3 |
| 3 | Tyres | 3.6% | 2 |
| 4 | Steering | 3.6% | 2 |
| 5 | Suspension | 3.6% | 2 |
| 6 | Brakes | 1.8% | 1 |
| 7 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 1.8% | 1 |
| 8 | Non-component Advisories | 1.8% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 71,150 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 0.77 | 5.5% | 3 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.77 | 5.5% | 3 |
| Tyres | 0.51 | 3.6% | 2 |
| Steering | 0.51 | 3.6% | 2 |
| Suspension | 0.51 | 3.6% | 2 |
| Brakes | 0.26 | 1.8% | 1 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.26 | 1.8% | 1 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.26 | 1.8% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2003 Mazda 3 Ts has an MOT pass rate of 74.5% based on 55 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 71,150 miles on the odometer. With a 25.5% failure rate, the 2003 3 Ts is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2003 Mazda 3 Ts, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to driver's view of the road: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights. At 71,150 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Driver's View of the Road — 5.5% of failures
Driver's View of the Road issues account for 5.5% of MOT failures on 2003 Mazda 3 Ts models. Driver's View of the Road issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 5.5% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 5.5% of MOT failures on 2003 Mazda 3 Ts models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Tyres — 3.6% of failures
Tyres issues account for 3.6% of MOT failures on 2003 Mazda 3 Ts models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.