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VF04 VOB

2004 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

86,771 mi
Last recorded86,771 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2018
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF04 VOB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2018 86,771 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2018 86,771 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 76,030 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 66,305 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2016 66,305 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Of outer sill area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Of outer sill area (2.4.A.3)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 59,758 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 50,889 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 43,720 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 39,472 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 32,360 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 25,385 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

near side front brake pad wearing thin

Pass 1 Sep 2010 23,706 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 23,118 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 21,110 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 18,701 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 14,153 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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VF04 VOB is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VF04 VOB, 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 VF04 VOB registered?

VF04 VOB is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 July 2004.

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The MOT history for VF04 VOB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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