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FM04 RLV

2004 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

98,148 mi
Last recorded98,148 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2022
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM04 RLV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Fail 15 Feb 2022 98,148 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear marked yellow (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength anti roll bar d bush mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired outer sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive anti roll bar d bush mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear tyre nearing wear markers

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

general corrosion though out underside of vehicle

Pass 16 Feb 2021 90,621 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

various corrosion across entire under-body

Pass 30 Jan 2020 85,561 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jan 2020 85,558 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 74,896 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 67,947 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 59,234 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 51,903 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 46,269 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2014 46,269 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 45,665 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 23 Sep 2013 45,655 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 44,440 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 41,083 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 38,291 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 34,732 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 23,735 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 17,671 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 RLV is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 RLV, 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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FM04 RLV is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 23 June 2004.

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