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HG04 YMT

2004 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2023
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

132,883 mi
Last recorded132,883 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2023
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG04 YMT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Fail 3 Jul 2023 132,883 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sill front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch inner and outer (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sill front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced valance (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle to back box and corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 130,031 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 123,231 miles

Offside Front Lower Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill/wing (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 7 May 2021 123,231 miles

Brake performance not tested due to no power steering leaking (1.2.1 (g))

Front Power steering pipe/hose excessively corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Front Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front abs sensor wire bracket loose

Offside Front Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill / wing (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2020 121,530 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2020 121,518 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Mar 2019 114,218 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2019 114,218 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system at the caliper (1.1.12 (c) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 102,957 miles

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

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Mar 2018 102,957 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt upper and lower gators (2.4.G.2)

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

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Apr 2017 101,383 miles

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

Tracking advised

Fail 28 Apr 2017 101,383 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Tracking advised

Pass 22 Apr 2016 100,125 miles

Corrosion to underside suspension components

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak

Under trays fitted

Wipers smearing

Fail 22 Apr 2016 100,125 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Corrosion to underside suspension components

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak

Under trays fitted

Wipers smearing

Pass 28 Apr 2015 98,189 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 96,283 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 94,063 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 90,740 miles

both aux belts slight cracking

n/s/f tyre has slight damage to side wall

n/s/r tyre has slight damage to outer side wall

Fail 23 Apr 2012 90,740 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

both aux belts slight cracking

n/s/f tyre has slight damage to side wall

n/s/r tyre has slight damage to outer side wall

Pass 21 Apr 2011 87,617 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 80,361 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2009 65,910 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 52,111 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 38,326 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2007 38,322 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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HG04 YMT is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HG04 YMT, 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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HG04 YMT is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 April 2004.

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