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DG54 HXL

2004 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

46,165 mi
Last recorded46,165 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG54 HXL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 46,165 miles

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

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 2 May 2026 45,952 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive corrosion all over front an d rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2025 43,102 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Underside corroded in places

Pass 13 Jul 2024 42,280 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2024 42,278 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill end (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2022 42,271 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 41,106 miles

Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill ends (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Oct 2020 41,102 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill ends (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 39,568 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))

Fail 2 Oct 2019 39,553 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (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))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2018 38,168 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2017 35,670 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 33,800 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 31,114 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 29,419 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 26,255 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 26,255 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 22,051 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 16,360 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 14,776 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 11,793 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 9,470 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 7,784 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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DG54 HXL is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 DG54 HXL, 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 DG54 HXL registered?

DG54 HXL is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 4 September 2004.

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