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GU54 TXT

2004 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

146,471 mi
Last recorded146,471 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU54 TXT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2025 146,471 miles

Both inner and outter sills showing signs of corrosion but not excessive

Under body surface corrosion

Pass 15 Sep 2021 143,447 miles

Both inner and outter sills showing signs of corrosion but not excessive

Minor engine oil leak

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Under body surface corrosion

Pass 18 Sep 2020 138,791 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 129,619 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 116,989 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 103,076 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 89,455 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 83,568 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2014 73,054 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 73,054 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2013 65,367 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Nov 2013 65,367 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 57,819 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2011 49,766 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 41,697 miles

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

all 4 tyres perrishing

front and rear discs corroded

Pass 5 Nov 2009 39,495 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 36,273 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 27,359 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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GU54 TXT 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 GU54 TXT, 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 GU54 TXT registered?

GU54 TXT is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is GU54 TXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU54 TXT 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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