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RK04 LRJ

2004 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

93,292 mi
Last recorded93,292 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK04 LRJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 93,292 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all visible brake pipes corroded marked in yellow or covered in dirt (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play borderline (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 16 Dec 2025 93,290 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all visible brake pipes corroded marked in yellow or covered in dirt (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play borderline (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Dec 2024 89,625 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material MARKED IN YELLOW (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Upper Coil spring corroded IN UPPER CUPS (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material MARKED IN YELLOW (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Coil spring corroded IN UPPER CUPS (5.3.1 (b) (i))

general under body corrosion

Pass 9 Dec 2023 84,028 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 82,875 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 81,150 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 78,347 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 75,613 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 73,497 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2017 73,289 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 72,408 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 70,772 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 69,656 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 68,041 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 66,471 miles

heavy surface corrosion to offside rear outer sill

Pass 11 Jul 2012 63,042 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 58,536 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 49,215 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 41,295 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 34,446 miles

Offside front wiper blade starting to deteriorate

Pass 16 Jun 2007 28,090 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2007 28,090 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

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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RK04 LRJ is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 RK04 LRJ, 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 RK04 LRJ registered?

RK04 LRJ is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 26 June 2004.

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