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EF04 BVJ

2004 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

85,649 mi
Last recorded85,649 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2016
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF04 BVJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2016 85,649 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 73,397 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2014 62,520 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2013 50,131 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 37,868 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2012 37,866 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 30,453 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre worn on the outer edge

Pass 22 Mar 2010 23,578 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2009 13,426 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 11,883 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 7,025 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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EF04 BVJ is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 EF04 BVJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EF04 BVJ registered?

EF04 BVJ is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is EF04 BVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF04 BVJ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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