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FV04 DPX

2004 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

76,587 mi
Last recorded76,587 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Mazda 255,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV04 DPX
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 76,587 miles

Both rear springs corroded

Exhaust bracket snapped but exhaust still supported

Exhaust heat shield lose

High level brake light not working

Signs of oil leak

Pass 9 May 2025 71,529 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 May 2024 66,643 miles
Fail 10 May 2024 66,643 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded marked in yellow (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded marked in yellow (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure marked in yellow (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2023 62,287 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 56,389 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2021 50,626 miles

Both front brake pipes corroded

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Sign's of slight misting around calliper

Offside Front Tyre slightly misshapen

Oil misting around power steering pipe

Underside, exhaust and all spring's corroded

Pass 24 Mar 2020 48,078 miles

Both rear brake pipe's corroded

Pass 12 Apr 2019 46,428 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt not checked [child seat fitted]

Fail 12 Apr 2019 46,428 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both rear brake pipes corroded

Nearside Rear Seat belt not checked [child seat fitted]

Pass 27 Apr 2018 44,671 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 42,583 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 39,714 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2015 36,699 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2014 34,128 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 27,707 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2013 27,707 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 26,322 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 23,728 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 21,066 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 20,407 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 17,805 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 13,716 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 8,395 miles

1-n/s/f tyre has small cut in outer side wall

How Reliable is the Mazda 2?

Based on 1,902,862 MOT tests across 147,013 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
5,024
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
147,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,380
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 16,451
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FV04 DPX is a 2004 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2004 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 55,318 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 18,380 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV04 DPX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 2 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Mazda 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FV04 DPX registered?

FV04 DPX is a 2004 Mazda 2, first registered on 31 March 2004.

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