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GX04 VZF

2004 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

82,428 mi
Last recorded82,428 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX04 VZF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 82,428 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened and rear all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under side (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2025 82,002 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 79,773 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 78,898 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 78,392 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 77,739 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 76,783 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 74,006 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018

Engine trays and under trays fitted not allowing a full inspection of all components.

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Fail 14 Apr 2018

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Engine trays and under trays fitted not allowing a full inspection of all components.

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 72,244 miles

general corrosion to front and rear suspension componants not excessive at present

general corrosion to underside of vehicle not excessive at present

ice white sidelight bulbs fitted

Pass 7 Apr 2016 697,994 miles

general under body corrosion

n/s o/s outer sills starting to corrode

Pass 2 Apr 2015 68,660 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 67,298 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 63,285 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2012 49,860 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 41,486 miles

body damage to o/s/f door area, corrosion forming to n/s/r outer sill panel, tyre tread depths; both front 6.0mm, both rear 5.0mm, 205/45/zr16 87w xl

Pass 27 Apr 2010 24,341 miles

tread depths: all four on 4mm.

tyre size: 205/45 ZR 16 87W.

Pass 21 May 2009 15,819 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 14,075 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 13,372 miles

All brake discs starting to corrode on braking surface's.

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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GX04 VZF is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 GX04 VZF, 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 GX04 VZF registered?

GX04 VZF is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 April 2004.

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