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K241 OFM

2004 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

319,389 mi
Last recorded319,389 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK241 OFM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 319,389 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 308,689 miles

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

under sealed

Fail 5 May 2025 308,678 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits Ruff idle (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

under sealed

Pass 26 Apr 2024 297,553 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 295,627 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 84,042 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 266,599 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 May 2018 254,825 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 248,674 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

advise diff. oil leak at prop-shaft to diff. seal.

unable to verify integrity of all welding as some welds are covered

Fail 16 May 2017 248,661 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill and rear floor pan areas (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill and rear floor pan areas (5.2.6)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

advise diff. oil leak at prop-shaft to diff. seal.

Pass 7 Jul 2016 248,057 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 248,045 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 247,008 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 242,548 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 237,763 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 237,759 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 233,035 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 22,872 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 226,947 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 225,271 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 220,269 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

handbrake travel high

o/s + n/s upper and lower ball joint dust covers split

Fail 12 Aug 2008 220,268 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

handbrake travel high

o/s + n/s upper and lower ball joint dust covers split

Pass 20 Aug 2007 204,221 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 204,221 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 204,221 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 Sep 2006 187,577 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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K241 OFM is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,600cc 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 K241 OFM, 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 K241 OFM registered?

K241 OFM is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 20 April 2004.

Is K241 OFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for K241 OFM 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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