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HT04 YNL

2004 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

96,143 mi
Last recorded96,143 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT04 YNL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 96,143 miles

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

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ON BOTH SIDES OUTER SILLS (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 93,356 miles

Front UNDERTRAY LOOSE

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced UNDER WHEEL ARCHES BOTH SIDES (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 31 May 2024 90,848 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2023 89,283 miles

Both front inner wheel arches corroded

Both rear outer sills corroded

Engine damp with oil

Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Chassis leg (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2022 82,136 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Underfloor slightly corroded

Windscreen wiper blade defective Smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Apr 2022 82,136 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Underfloor slightly corroded

Windscreen wiper blade defective Smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 76,223 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil misting

Under tray fitted obscuring view for components

Fail 9 Apr 2021 76,223 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Oil misting

Under tray fitted obscuring view for components

Pass 14 Mar 2020 73,040 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 72,875 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 72,857 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 72,807 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 72,417 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 70,114 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Mar 2014 69,242 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 67,187 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 67,187 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2012 64,441 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 61,802 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 54,346 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 46,014 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing on edges

offside rear brake binding slightly

rear pads low

stone chip in windscreen less than 40mm

surface corrosion suspnsion components

Fail 14 Oct 2008 46,014 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nearside rear tyre wearing on edges

offside rear brake binding slightly

rear pads low

stone chip in windscreen less than 40mm

surface corrosion suspnsion components

Pass 15 Oct 2007 38,221 miles

front pads worn

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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HT04 YNL is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,597cc 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 HT04 YNL, 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 HT04 YNL registered?

HT04 YNL is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 10 July 2004.

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