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SM04 VEX

2004 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

88,381 mi
Last recorded88,381 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2017
Typical for 2004 Mazda 255,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM04 VEX
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2017 88,381 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 11 Mar 2016 83,116 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured white light starting to show (1.4.A.2f)

exhaust system corroded

Pass 24 Mar 2015 77,021 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 5 Mar 2015 76,683 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

engine managment light on ( engine misfire )

Pass 4 Mar 2014 68,846 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

rear brake application slightly uneven

Pass 13 Feb 2013 66,507 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

nearside rear door check strap broken

Pass 21 Feb 2012 63,369 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

gearbox oil leak

nearside rear door check strap broken

Pass 7 Mar 2011 60,411 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 55,867 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 55,842 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 53,134 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 52,753 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 37,454 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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SM04 VEX is a 2004 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SM04 VEX, 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 SM04 VEX registered?

SM04 VEX is a 2004 Mazda 2, first registered on 13 April 2004.

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The MOT history for SM04 VEX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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