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J234 JFM

2004 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

74,505 mi
Last recorded74,505 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2015
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ234 JFM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2015 74,505 miles

front tyres worn off on outer edges,split and perished,advise renewing asap

non standard front indicators fitted (small)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 72,093 miles

Rust forming on all suspention springs

Rust on all brake discs due to non use

Pass 15 Mar 2012 71,963 miles

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front brake discs rusty

rear brake discs rusty

Pass 10 Mar 2011 71,591 miles

Battery insecure in boot

Rear exhaust rubber poor condition

Fail 9 Mar 2011 71,591 miles

Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Battery insecure in boot

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake hoses touching front wheels on lock to lock

Rear exhaust rubber poor condition

Pass 6 Mar 2010 70,350 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Fail 6 Mar 2010 70,350 miles

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Dec 2008 101,025 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 100,739 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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J234 JFM is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 J234 JFM, 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 J234 JFM registered?

J234 JFM is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 18 June 2004.

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