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GJ54 ULX

2004 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

103,162 mi
Last recorded103,162 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2021
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Fail 16 Dec 2021 103,162 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))

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

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced nearside and offside outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Position lamp not working both front side lights (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 93,085 miles

Nearside Front side light dim

body rusty

Fail 11 Dec 2020 93,085 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to nearside rear flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front side light dim

body rusty

Pass 13 Jun 2019 87,761 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 83,659 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 79,822 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 76,632 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 72,813 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 72,811 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 67,271 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 61,001 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 56,270 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

offside front tyre inner wall slightly deteriorated/cracking

Pass 6 Jun 2011 54,551 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 52,874 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 48,207 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 48,207 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 40,387 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 32,123 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 ULX is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 ULX, 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 ULX registered?

GJ54 ULX is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 24 September 2004.

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