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GJ54 FTT

2004 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

86,812 mi
Last recorded86,812 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2020
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ54 FTT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2020 86,812 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2020 86,697 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Feb 2019 81,473 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Feb 2019 81,473 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2018 75,544 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 70,074 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2017 69,954 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 64,763 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2016 64,763 miles

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 59,324 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 53,825 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 53,825 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 49,825 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 45,200 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 43,234 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 43,234 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 39,690 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 35,640 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2008 28,368 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 20,403 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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GJ54 FTT is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GJ54 FTT, 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 GJ54 FTT registered?

GJ54 FTT is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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