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DE04 CXA

2004 Mazda MX-5

Maroon Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

97,141 mi
Last recorded97,141 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2020
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE04 CXA
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Fail 18 Mar 2020 97,141 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced [undersill/wheel arch]. within 30 cms of seatbelt mounting. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced [undersill/wheel arch]. within 30 cms of seatbelt mounting. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure [inner sidewall split]. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure [inner sidewall split]. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

general corrosion to all suspension components/ mounting areas.

Pass 5 Mar 2019 93,911 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2019 93,911 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 31 Mar 2018 86,784 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2018 86,784 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2017 84,744 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2016 80,829 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 74,235 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 74,231 miles

Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 May 2014 66,647 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 61,063 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 58,473 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 47,976 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Apr 2010 47,959 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2009 36,586 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 36,586 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 29,563 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 21,750 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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DE04 CXA is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Maroon with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 DE04 CXA, 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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DE04 CXA is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 24 March 2004.

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