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GK04 YML

2004 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

74,393 mi
Last recorded74,393 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2023
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK04 YML
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Fail 5 Oct 2023 74,393 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking bled nipple area (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 74,200 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 73,250 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 70,033 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 67,130 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2018 67,126 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 51,231 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 50,595 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2015 49,936 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 49,232 miles

Both rear outer sill slight corrosion

Pass 19 Jul 2013 48,418 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 47,391 miles

N/S and O/S sills are slightly corroded at rear

Pass 20 Jul 2011 46,479 miles

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2010 45,409 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 43,798 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 42,810 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 41,472 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2007 40,868 miles

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

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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GK04 YML 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 88.9%.

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 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 GK04 YML, 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 GK04 YML registered?

GK04 YML is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 13 March 2004.

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The MOT history for GK04 YML shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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