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DF53 ZGC

2004 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

91,082 mi
Last recorded91,082 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2024
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 ZGC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Fail 13 Mar 2024 91,082 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases backbox (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2023 84,275 miles

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 82,394 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 81,478 miles

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

Fail 16 Feb 2021 81,478 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2020 80,631 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 78,295 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 75,743 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 74,097 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 71,448 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 69,181 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2014 66,367 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 63,871 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2013 63,870 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2012 59,886 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011
Pass 11 Feb 2010 34,523 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 28,323 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 25,554 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 22,530 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 ZGC is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 ZGC, 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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DF53 ZGC is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 6 February 2004.

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