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VA04 CMX

2004 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

41,093 mi
Last recorded41,093 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2022
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA04 CMX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2022 41,093 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both top and bottom arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both top and bottom arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both top and bottom arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2022 41,088 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension arm likely to become detached wishbone fractured (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

all rear suspension components heavily corroded

Pass 29 Sep 2021 33,577 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2021 33,556 miles

Brake performance not tested RBT Test Not Carried Out Due To Vehicle Brake Condition (1.2.1 (g))

Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting N/S/R Inner Arch Corroded Through (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting O/S/F Sill Corroded Through On Underside (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting O/S/R Inner Arch Corroded Through (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Service brake excessively binding N/S/F Wheel Binding (1.2.1 (f))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake Discs All Round Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust Midbox Has Slight Blow (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Exhaust Backbox Join Heavily Corroded (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security N/S/F Sill Heavily Corroded On Underside (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Minor Oil Misting Present On Front Subframe (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Undertray not fully secure All Vehicle Undertrays Corroded (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both Front Wheel Arch Chassis Points Heavily Corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Vehicle Underside Chassis/Suspension Corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 32,830 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Front Brake Discs Have Slight Corrosion Present On Inner Faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Exhaust Backbox Join Corroded (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both Front Headlamps Slightly Misted Over (4.1.4 (b))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced N/S/R Inner Arch Corroded Through (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced O/S/R Inner Arch Corroded Through (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Vehicle Underside Suspension Corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle Undertrays Corroded

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both Front Wheel Arch Chassis Points Corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 May 2019 32,086 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake Discs All Round Minor Corrosion Lip On Inner Faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security N/S/R Sill And Arch Lip Starting To Corrode (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security O/S/R Sill And Arch Lip Starting To Corrode (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 15 May 2019 32,062 miles

Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting N/S/R Inner Sill Corroded Through (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake Discs All Round Minor Corrosion Lip On Inner Faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear Axle Brake Pipe Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security N/S/R Sill And Arch Lip Starting To Corrode (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security O/S/R Sill And Arch Lip Starting To Corrode (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracks Present In Tyres All Round (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2018 31,733 miles

Both Front Tyres Cracking In Tread

N/S/R Tyre Cracking In Tread

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front Brake Discs Slight Corrosion Lip On Inner Faces (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 May 2017 31,333 miles

Both front tyres have cracking between treads

Nearside Rear Tyre has cracking between treads

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear discs corroded (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 May 2016 30,676 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 30,037 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 May 2015 30,037 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 26,810 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

Vehicle underside chasis & running gear shows signs of surface corrosion.

Pass 18 Jun 2013 23,619 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 20,340 miles

Rear O/S Tyre close to legal limit & shows signs of tyre deterioration & has had previous repairs. Chassis & Running Gear shows signs of corrosion. Front O/S Brake sticking slightly.

Pass 14 Jun 2011 17,980 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

front brake imbalance. high at 24% .

Fail 14 Jun 2011 17,980 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

front brake imbalance. high at 24% .

Pass 14 Jun 2010 15,592 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 12,986 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 10,462 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 7,556 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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VA04 CMX is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 VA04 CMX, 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.

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VA04 CMX is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 June 2004.

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