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SM04 VXK

2004 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

68,062 mi
Last recorded68,062 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM04 VXK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 68,062 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 63,696 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 60,453 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 58,159 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both front springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 55,775 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres @ 3mm, Perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 53,003 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 52,960 miles

Surface corrosion on front and rear suspension components

Pass 7 Sep 2012 52,381 miles

surface corrosion on front and rear suspension components

Pass 15 Jul 2011 44,440 miles

nearside rear outer brake disc surface corroded

Pass 23 Jul 2010 29,740 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 14,552 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Fail 1 Jul 2009 14,447 miles

Offside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2008 9,535 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 7,704 miles
Fail 17 May 2007 7,491 miles

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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SM04 VXK is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SM04 VXK, 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 SM04 VXK registered?

SM04 VXK is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 19 May 2004.

Is SM04 VXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM04 VXK shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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