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FP54 XJJ

2004 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

168,138 mi
Last recorded168,138 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2019
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP54 XJJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2019 168,138 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 161,082 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 151,150 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 131,561 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 111,708 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 105,041 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 96,813 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 87,996 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 87,996 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 82,805 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 77,975 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 71,103 miles

Rear brakes binding slightly.

Fail 25 Mar 2010 71,103 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

o/s/r & n/s/r brakes binding slightly

Pass 2 Nov 2009 70,097 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2009 70,096 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 63,735 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 58,107 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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FP54 XJJ is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 XJJ, 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 FP54 XJJ registered?

FP54 XJJ is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 4 November 2004.

Is FP54 XJJ safe to buy?

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