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GL04 VJF

2004 Mazda MX-5

Maroon Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,433 mi
Last recorded54,433 miles
Recorded on3 May 2018
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL04 VJF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2018 54,433 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 54,426 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit @1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 15 May 2017 48,772 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 48,772 miles

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 13 May 2016 48,040 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 May 2015 47,222 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 46,380 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)

both rear tyres cracking on side walls

Pass 9 May 2013 45,906 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 45,424 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 44,334 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 43,333 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 38,746 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 6 May 2009 38,746 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

front wipers split

Pass 24 Apr 2008 34,139 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 28,077 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear 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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GL04 VJF is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Maroon with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GL04 VJF, 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 GL04 VJF registered?

GL04 VJF is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 May 2004.

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