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JM54 MXS

2004 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

76,320 mi
Last recorded76,320 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJM54 MXS
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 76,320 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 73,968 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 72,729 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 71,068 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 69,411 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 67,554 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 65,539 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 61,956 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 59,069 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 56,343 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 54,637 miles

front chassie legs corroding under arches

Pass 11 Aug 2014 53,029 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 51,236 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2013 51,236 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 48,463 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 43,794 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 38,704 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 38,704 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 33,573 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 27,681 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 21,415 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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JM54 MXS is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 JM54 MXS, 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

How do I check the history of JM54 MXS?

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What year was JM54 MXS registered?

JM54 MXS is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 4 September 2004.

Is JM54 MXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for JM54 MXS shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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