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HW53 JTZ

2004 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

54,515 mi
Last recorded54,515 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW53 JTZ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 54,515 miles

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

Fail 3 Jul 2026 54,492 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 May 2024 50,986 miles
Fail 29 May 2024 50,954 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 47,947 miles

TESTED I.A.W MOT TESTERS MANUAL INTRODUCTION SECTION 13

Pass 31 May 2022 45,237 miles
Fail 31 May 2022 45,237 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2021 42,849 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 42,048 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2020 42,048 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 41,221 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2019 41,217 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 40,168 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 38,810 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear tyre cracked

Offside Rear tyre cracked

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 37,309 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 35,830 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 34,666 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 33,217 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 32,070 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 29,522 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 25,025 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 22,474 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 18,033 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 15,887 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2008 15,887 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2007 12,447 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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HW53 JTZ is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 HW53 JTZ, 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 HW53 JTZ registered?

HW53 JTZ is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 January 2004.

Is HW53 JTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW53 JTZ shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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