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WU04 GCX

2004 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

69,761 mi
Last recorded69,761 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2024
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU04 GCX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2024 69,761 miles

vehicle has been modified for competition

Pass 9 Mar 2023 67,651 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 64,322 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Stick on plate, slightly crumpled (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 24 Mar 2022 64,322 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Stick on plate, slightly crumpled (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 1 Feb 2021 63,921 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside outer sill corroded

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 61,059 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 60,404 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 55,288 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 49,405 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bottom of the rear wing (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bottom of the rear wing (5.2.6)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 46,728 miles

both rear wings over sills in poor condition

Pass 9 Jun 2014 42,824 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 40,114 miles

rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 38,155 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 34,775 miles

inner face of front discs pitted and corroded

Pass 15 Jun 2010 29,442 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 22,012 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2008 18,803 miles

Nearside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 May 2007 17,377 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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WU04 GCX is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 WU04 GCX, 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

How do I check the history of WU04 GCX?

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What year was WU04 GCX registered?

WU04 GCX is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 21 May 2004.

Is WU04 GCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU04 GCX shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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