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GJ54 KVH

2004 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

73,075 mi
Last recorded73,075 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ54 KVH
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 73,075 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2024 66,429 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2024 66,428 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick worn to back plate (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Dec 2023 60,069 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both starting to crack (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2022 55,554 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 54,165 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2020 52,048 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 49,917 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 47,738 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 45,440 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 43,012 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 40,548 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 36,661 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 33,412 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 29,337 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 23,147 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 18,803 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 14,726 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 11,061 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 8,563 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 KVH is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 GJ54 KVH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GJ54 KVH registered?

GJ54 KVH is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 3 September 2004.

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