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CF04 DXT

2004 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2024
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

84,069 mi
Last recorded84,069 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2025
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF04 DXT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Fail 4 Feb 2025 84,069 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Sub-frame insecurely attached Fixings missing, Nearside & Offside - Rear locations (5.3.3 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2023 79,774 miles

Offside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Dec 2023 79,774 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 74,863 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 74,546 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2020 74,522 miles

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

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2016 70,300 miles

Front tyres wearing on outer edge

Signs of corrosion @ both rear lower wing/outer sill

Pass 13 Mar 2015 61,487 miles

Both rear wing (n/s + o/s) lower section towards outer sill have some corrosion.

Front o/s tyre wearing on its outer edge

Pass 4 Mar 2014 52,990 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s/f tyre crack in side wall but not to cords

Pass 4 Mar 2013 45,503 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2013 45,441 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 37,526 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2012 37,506 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 29,955 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2011 29,955 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 21,843 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 19,962 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 19,962 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 18,647 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 17,252 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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CF04 DXT is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 CF04 DXT, 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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CF04 DXT is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 16 July 2004.

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