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FT04 KVF

2004 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

100,018 mi
Last recorded100,018 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2023
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT04 KVF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Fail 1 Jul 2023 100,018 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill / floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill / floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill / rear arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Extensive corrosion throughout vehicle - structure and components

Nearside Sill has body filler hiding repair

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

Pass 10 Jun 2022 97,049 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 95,984 miles

n/s sill corroded at rear

Pass 12 Mar 2020 95,029 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 93,579 miles

Nearside Rear Inner tyre sidewall has visible splits on inside

Nearside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 26 Feb 2019 93,577 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Rear Inner tyre sidewall has visible splits on inside

Nearside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 90,027 miles

Offside Front brake binding slightly

Offside Rear brake binding slightly

Pass 12 Apr 2017 85,933 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2017 85,933 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 82,564 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 80,254 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 78,188 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2013 70,425 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 59,365 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2012 59,365 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 21 Apr 2011 48,977 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 48,977 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 37,731 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 29,171 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 22,562 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 15,688 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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FT04 KVF 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 76.2%.

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 FT04 KVF, 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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FT04 KVF is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 18 August 2004.

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