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GSU 286

2004 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

69,292 mi
Last recorded69,292 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2019
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGSU 286
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2019 69,292 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 69,276 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 69,234 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 69,229 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 69,085 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 68,950 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 68,786 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

offside front tyre has small cut on sidewall

offside rear tyre has small cut on sidewall

Fail 12 Jul 2012 68,786 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

offside front tyre has small cut on sidewall

offside rear tyre has small cut on sidewall

Pass 24 Jun 2011 68,755 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 68,752 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 68,730 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 68,664 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 68,568 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 68,516 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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GSU 286 is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GSU 286, 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 GSU 286 registered?

GSU 286 is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 July 2004.

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The MOT history for GSU 286 shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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