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GL04 VSU

2004 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

89,218 mi
Last recorded89,218 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2023
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL04 VSU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2023 89,218 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 84,551 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear wheel arches corroded

Pass 14 Oct 2021 83,443 miles

corrosion both sides rear wheel arches and also been patch weld repaired both rear sills to floors

headlights slightly misted and only just show beam images

Pass 16 Oct 2020 82,466 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2020 82,458 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill/floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill/floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing close to limits (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

patch weld repairs to both rear sill /wheel arches

Pass 27 Sep 2019 81,320 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 79,331 miles

Offside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill to rear wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Sep 2018 79,324 miles

Nearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill to rear wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 77,728 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2017 77,720 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2016 76,818 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. inner faces of discs very poor condition (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear tyre wearing uneven

Offside Front tyre worn uneven

Offside Rear tyre perished in tread area

corrosion appearing rear of both sides sills/wheel arches

Fail 15 Sep 2016 76,809 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded close to anti-roll bar mount (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. inner faces of discs very poor condition (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear tyre wearing uneven

Offside Front tyre worn uneven

Offside Rear tyre perished in tread area

corrosion appearing rear of both sides sills/wheel arches

Pass 8 Sep 2015 74,817 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 71,671 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 68,388 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 65,373 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 65,371 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Sep 2011 62,280 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 58,973 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 52,387 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 44,192 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2008 44,192 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 29,155 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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GL04 VSU is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Grey 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 GL04 VSU, 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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GL04 VSU is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 23 July 2004.

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