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FL04 XFE

2004 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

74,810 mi
Last recorded74,810 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2021
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL04 XFE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Fail 21 Aug 2021 74,810 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Antiroll bar mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill / floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

General corrosion on underside of vehicle

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides upper & lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2020 73,080 miles

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

suspension component corroded underneath

Pass 3 Feb 2020 72,847 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2020 72,847 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Feb 2019 71,067 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 69,516 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 67,557 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 64,820 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2015 61,087 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2014 57,843 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 56,169 miles

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

Nearside wiper blade wearing.

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 9 Apr 2013 56,169 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside wiper blade wearing.

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 3 Apr 2012 53,833 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 48,557 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 42,364 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 35,480 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 28,829 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 23,943 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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FL04 XFE is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FL04 XFE, 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 FL04 XFE registered?

FL04 XFE is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 12 March 2004.

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