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FX04 XLG

2004 Mazda 2

Red Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

119,939 mi
Last recorded119,939 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2023
Typical for 2004 Mazda 255,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX04 XLG
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2023 119,939 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 5 May 2022 113,314 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 5 May 2022 113,314 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 6 May 2021 104,089 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 98,857 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 90,370 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

rear axle bushes deteriorated

Pass 31 Mar 2018 84,444 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 78,578 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 69,940 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2016 69,940 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2015 62,666 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2014 56,440 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 51,519 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 45,706 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 40,696 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2010 36,451 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 30,452 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 30,452 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 22,332 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 13,815 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2007 13,815 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

O/S/F wiper poor clearing !

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

N/S/F tyre has a cut into tread possible close to cords !

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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FX04 XLG is a 2004 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 FX04 XLG, 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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FX04 XLG is a 2004 Mazda 2, first registered on 1 April 2004.

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