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GJ54 ODC

2004 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

99,875 mi
Last recorded99,875 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2023
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2023 99,875 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 94,160 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 90,803 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights Presented on 3. ()

Pass 16 Sep 2020 88,096 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2020 87,726 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill very rusty,strongly advise. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill very rusty,strongly advise. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 80,699 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened + lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 9 Sep 2019 80,695 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened + lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened + lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2018 71,009 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2018 70,955 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 63,657 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2016 54,967 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2016 54,967 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 41,187 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 40,523 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 39,749 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 39,012 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2012 39,012 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2011 36,500 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 31,289 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 25,313 miles

osf wiper blade split

Pass 26 Aug 2008 19,436 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 19,436 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 13,821 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 ODC is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 ODC, 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 ODC registered?

GJ54 ODC is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 18 September 2004.

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