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GU54 TYB

2004 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

46,331 mi
Last recorded46,331 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 46,331 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 44,907 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 43,421 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 41,686 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing to outside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside forward chassis rail light corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Forward chassis rail light corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 40,260 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2021 40,260 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 38,682 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 37,182 miles

Rear suspension light corrosion

Pass 26 Oct 2018 35,914 miles

vehicle underside corrosion to various areas.

Fail 17 Oct 2018 35,902 miles

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

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

vehicle underside corrosion to various areas.

Pass 6 Nov 2017 34,612 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 32,988 miles

Nearside Rear brake pads near legal limit

Pass 5 Nov 2015 31,405 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 29,702 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 27,943 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 26,087 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 24,937 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 22,041 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 20,745 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2009 20,745 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 17,080 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 13,677 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007 13,677 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 TYB is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 TYB, 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 TYB registered?

GU54 TYB is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 3 September 2004.

Is GU54 TYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU54 TYB shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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