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H173 PVW

2004 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

159,603 mi
Last recorded159,603 miles
Recorded on7 May 2019
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH173 PVW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2019 159,603 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 158,646 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 156,995 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 155,326 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 152,918 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 148,986 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 144,432 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 136,050 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 129,783 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 124,127 miles

all tyres starting to split

Fail 17 Jun 2009 124,127 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

all tyres starting to split

Pass 26 Jun 2008 123,015 miles

both rear tyre treads starting to split

Pass 10 May 2007 120,485 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 119,106 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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H173 PVW is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,597cc 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 H173 PVW, 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 H173 PVW registered?

H173 PVW is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 May 2004.

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The MOT history for H173 PVW 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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