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V30 MXV

2004 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

16,995 mi
Last recorded16,995 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV30 MXV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 16,995 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 16,900 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 16,897 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 15,932 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 15,587 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 14,946 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 9,165 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 9,139 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 9,036 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 8,996 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 8,980 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 8,822 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2014 8,822 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 May 2013 8,658 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 8,427 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 7,986 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 7,390 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 6,738 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 5,513 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 5,006 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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V30 MXV is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 V30 MXV, 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 V30 MXV registered?

V30 MXV is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 11 June 2004.

Is V30 MXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V30 MXV shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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