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AO54 LXH

2004 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

121,892 mi
Last recorded121,892 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2020
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO54 LXH
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 23 Mar 2020 121,892 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure strengthening plate or fastening insecure (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 112,818 miles

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer sill corroded

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Apr 2019 112,818 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability Broken (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer sill corroded

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 104,803 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Front Chassis, inside Inner Arch (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Lower Sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Lower Sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Front Chassis, inside Inner Arch (6.1.A.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 97,382 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 89,305 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 81,911 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 74,873 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2014 74,873 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Jan 2013 66,388 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 56,510 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 45,716 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 34,667 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 27,908 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 22,037 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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AO54 LXH is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AO54 LXH, 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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AO54 LXH is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 November 2004.

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