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WG04 VKR

2004 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,305 mi
Last recorded55,305 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG04 VKR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 5 May 2026 55,305 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2025 54,440 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 53,644 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 52,102 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

both sill ends corroded

Pass 18 Feb 2022 48,141 miles

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both slightly cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to crack (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

underside has general surface corrosion

Pass 17 Feb 2021 41,991 miles

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

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

Underside corrosion

Pass 14 Feb 2020 35,008 miles

Some surface corrosion to underside of vehicle, mainly rear suspension components.

Pass 7 Mar 2019 26,712 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2018 24,707 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 22,878 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 21,232 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 19,087 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 16,200 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 13,697 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 11,914 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 1,280 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 8,351 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 6,093 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 3,890 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 3,494 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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WG04 VKR is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WG04 VKR, 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 WG04 VKR registered?

WG04 VKR is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 May 2004.

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