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FY04 NGE

2004 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

148,338 mi
Last recorded148,338 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Mazda 255,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY04 NGE
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 148,338 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 145,099 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear foot brake just met requirements

Pass 15 May 2024 136,039 miles

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip within swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 May 2024 136,033 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt torn/split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure within tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip within swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 131,446 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

headlights tarnished

Pass 12 May 2022 128,440 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

headlights starting to deteriorate

Fail 12 May 2022 128,440 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

headlights starting to deteriorate

Pass 13 May 2021 126,363 miles

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

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

both front headlights slightly deteriorated

Pass 25 May 2020 124,638 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear coil springs corroded

both headlights slightly tarnished

Pass 18 Apr 2019 123,496 miles

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

O/S wiper smearing slightly

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

Fail 18 Apr 2019 123,496 miles

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

O/S wiper smearing slightly

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 21 Apr 2018 122,228 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 120,076 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 116,329 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 111,835 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 106,481 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 102,404 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2012 97,940 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 88,178 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2010 74,672 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 60,076 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 44,345 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 29,581 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 29,555 miles

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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FY04 NGE is a 2004 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,242cc 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 FY04 NGE, 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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FY04 NGE is a 2004 Mazda 2, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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