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SA54 OJL

2004 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

57,718 mi
Last recorded57,718 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2022
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA54 OJL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2022 57,718 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 56,923 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 56,259 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 55,613 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 54,906 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 1 Aug 2018 54,906 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 54,275 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2016 52,253 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2015 49,635 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 48,049 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 45,823 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 43,770 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 42,032 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 22 Jul 2011 42,032 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 41,087 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 39,799 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 38,329 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 32,543 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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SA54 OJL is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SA54 OJL, 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 SA54 OJL registered?

SA54 OJL is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is SA54 OJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA54 OJL shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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