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SJ04 DZB

2004 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2016
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

96,351 mi
Last recorded96,351 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2015
Typical for 2004 Mazda 255,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ04 DZB
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2015 96,351 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2015 96,351 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2014 88,971 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2014 88,971 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Jul 2013 86,647 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 86,647 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 83,047 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 78,168 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 78,168 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front brake discs slightly pitted and have slight judder

rear wiper blade torn

Pass 21 Jun 2010 73,664 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 73,664 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

play in wiper arms

Fail 24 Jun 2009 66,586 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Jun 2009 66,586 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 58,116 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 58,116 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 18 Jun 2007 50,332 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Jun 2007 50,332 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 2?

Based on 1,902,862 MOT tests across 147,013 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
5,024
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
147,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,380
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 16,451
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SJ04 DZB is a 2004 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

Across all 2004 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 55,318 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mazda 2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 18,380 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SJ04 DZB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 2 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Mazda 2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SJ04 DZB registered?

SJ04 DZB is a 2004 Mazda 2, first registered on 25 June 2004.

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