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SL04 YBR

2004 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

75,852 mi
Last recorded75,852 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2016
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL04 YBR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2016 75,852 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 71,370 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 64,626 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 55,098 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 46,848 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 34,831 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2011 34,831 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 29,615 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 22,210 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Mar 2008 18,692 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2007 14,327 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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SL04 YBR is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 SL04 YBR, 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 SL04 YBR registered?

SL04 YBR is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 March 2004.

Is SL04 YBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL04 YBR shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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