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G697 BRT

2004 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

196,112 mi
Last recorded196,112 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2018
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG697 BRT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2018 196,112 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2018 196,112 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 184,270 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2016 176,126 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 176,126 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 168,348 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 166,683 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2014 166,683 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 160,229 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2012 150,161 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 142,609 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 141,754 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 140,284 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 138,840 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 136,943 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 134,671 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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G697 BRT is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 G697 BRT, 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 G697 BRT registered?

G697 BRT is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 June 2004.

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The MOT history for G697 BRT shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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