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AK54 WLF

2004 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

64,716 mi
Last recorded64,716 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2019
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK54 WLF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 6 Feb 2019 64,716 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both front lower bush (5.3.2 (c))

underside corroded

Pass 9 Feb 2018 63,388 miles

Front and rear suspension components corroded

Nearside Front Chassis corroded

Nearside Outer sill panel corroded at rear

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Inner wheel arch corroded

Offside Front Chassis corroded

Offside Outer sill panel corroded at rear

Offside Rear Inner wheel arch corroded

Fail 9 Feb 2018 63,388 miles

Front and rear suspension components corroded

Nearside Front Chassis corroded

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Outer sill panel corroded at rear

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Inner wheel arch corroded

Offside Front Chassis corroded

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Outer sill panel corroded at rear

Offside Rear Inner wheel arch corroded

Pass 9 Feb 2017 61,822 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 59,575 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2016 59,575 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 57,031 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2015 57,031 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 14 Feb 2014 53,896 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 51,688 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2013 51,688 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 48,794 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 44,329 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 39,305 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 32,322 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 23,513 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?

Based on 2,502,760 MOT tests across 160,823 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
2,964
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
160,823
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 44,475
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,962
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,980
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33,281
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32,722
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AK54 WLF is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2004 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 59,584 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-5 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 44,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK54 WLF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 22 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AK54 WLF registered?

AK54 WLF is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 14 October 2004.

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