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RSP 259

2004 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,293 mi
Last recorded35,293 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRSP 259
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 9 Dec 2025 35,293 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 34,337 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 33,438 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 32,792 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 32,301 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 31,337 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 30,733 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 29,457 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 27,962 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 24,950 miles

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

Nearside Rear slight wheel bind

Oil leak ()

Pass 4 Dec 2015 22,059 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 5 Dec 2014 20,408 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 18,622 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2012 17,785 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 16,698 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 15,411 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 14,329 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 12,949 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 11,247 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 9,551 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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RSP 259 is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RSP 259, 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 RSP 259 registered?

RSP 259 is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 2 January 2004.

Is RSP 259 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RSP 259 shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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