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K3 YLC

2004 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

89,591 mi
Last recorded89,591 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2024
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK3 YLC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2024 89,591 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Apr 2023 85,819 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 83,605 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin brake pad at 2mm limit is 1.5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2018 82,438 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 82,204 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 81,058 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 80,672 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 79,473 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2013 79,473 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 78,109 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 76,331 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 73,837 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 71,325 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 69,666 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 67,243 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 35,800 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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K3 YLC is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 K3 YLC, 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 K3 YLC registered?

K3 YLC is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 July 2004.

Is K3 YLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for K3 YLC shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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