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FP54 HGE

2004 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

51,946 mi
Last recorded51,946 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP54 HGE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 51,946 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 15 May 2026 51,946 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 1 May 2025 50,546 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 May 2024 49,689 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 48,090 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 46,193 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 43,402 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 41,681 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 40,073 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 37,788 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 35,820 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 33,852 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 31,745 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 27,991 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 25,978 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 23,959 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 22,159 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 20,734 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 18,425 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 15,548 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2007 15,548 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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FP54 HGE is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 FP54 HGE, 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 FP54 HGE registered?

FP54 HGE is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 2 November 2004.

Is FP54 HGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP54 HGE shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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