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DF53 SXJ

2004 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

66,494 mi
Last recorded66,494 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2024
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 SXJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2024 66,494 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 10 Jun 2024 66,494 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2023 63,628 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2023 63,628 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid NO SCREENWASH (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 57,767 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2021 53,090 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive under tray fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 48,935 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 44,446 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 39,581 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 38,025 miles

rear tyres low

Pass 24 Feb 2016 36,256 miles

rear tyres low

slight bind o/s/f hub

Pass 18 Feb 2015 34,330 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 32,106 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 29,498 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 26,410 miles

wear front disc

Pass 9 Feb 2011 22,590 miles

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

rear discs slight corrosion

Pass 5 Feb 2010 18,931 miles

front tyres starting to perish

Pass 10 Feb 2009 15,741 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 12,210 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 8,442 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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DF53 SXJ is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DF53 SXJ, 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 DF53 SXJ registered?

DF53 SXJ is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 16 February 2004.

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