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FH04 FNL

2004 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

76,678 mi
Last recorded76,678 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2023
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH04 FNL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2023 76,678 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2022 72,097 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2021 69,240 miles

Nearside Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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

Fail 25 Jan 2021 69,240 miles

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

Nearside Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2019 65,718 miles

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Jul 2019 65,718 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 56,823 miles

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

Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 49,540 miles

all Brake hoses has slight corrosion to ferrules

both sides outer sills slightly corrdoed

under vehicle prescribed area and suspension/braking components slightly corroded

Pass 7 Jul 2016 43,206 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 42,804 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 40,434 miles

Rear sills slightly corroded

Pass 17 Jul 2013 39,007 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 37,067 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 35,114 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 32,932 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 31,496 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 27,692 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 24,826 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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FH04 FNL is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FH04 FNL, 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 FH04 FNL registered?

FH04 FNL is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 8 July 2004.

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