MAZDA PREMACY (2003)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 47 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
64%
Total Tests (2024)
47
Avg Mileage
87,531 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,217
Is the 2003 MAZDA PREMACY reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 18 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the MAZDA brand average of 81%.
At 21 years old, 64% of MAZDA PREMACYs from 2003 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 47 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 87,531 miles.
How does the 2003 MAZDA PREMACY compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2003 MAZDA PREMACY has 87,531 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 155,400 miles for a 21-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
Best year to buy a MAZDA PREMACY?
The most reliable year is the 2013 model with a 93% MOT pass rate, while the 2004 model has the lowest at 61%. The 2003 sits between the two at 64%.
How much does a 2003 MAZDA PREMACY cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
MAZDA PREMACY by Year
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About the 2003 MAZDA PREMACY
The 2003 MAZDA PREMACY is a family car with a 1991cc petrol engine. 47 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 92% of 2003 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 87,531 miles at 21 years old, MAZDA PREMACY owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2003 MAZDA PREMACY Fuel Costs
The 1991cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2003 MAZDA PREMACY?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,217 (£185/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 64% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
MAZDA PREMACY Reliability Trend
Newer MAZDA PREMACYs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 14 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2003 MAZDA PREMACY
At 21 years old, the MAZDA PREMACY is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2013 model has the highest pass rate at 93%. Note: with only 47 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2003 MAZDA PREMACY
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- MINI MINI (2005) 71% pass rate (+7%) from 45,707 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2005) 71% pass rate (+7%) from 41,794 tests
- TOYOTA COROLLA (2005) 76% pass rate (+12%) from 19,418 tests
- RENAULT CLIO (2005) 67% pass rate (+3%) from 18,423 tests