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FM04 RKE

2004 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

68,374 mi
Last recorded68,374 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2019
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM04 RKE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2019 68,374 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 53,425 miles
Fail 31 May 2018 53,212 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 40,986 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 31,525 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 29,694 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 26,330 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 25,110 miles

allbrakediscs corroded on inner surfaces

Pass 6 Jan 2012 24,142 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 22,681 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 20,660 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 5 Dec 2008 17,209 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 13,840 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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FM04 RKE is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FM04 RKE, 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 FM04 RKE registered?

FM04 RKE is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 17 June 2004.

Is FM04 RKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM04 RKE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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