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WU54 KMX

2004 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

78,446 mi
Last recorded78,446 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2021
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU54 KMX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2021 78,446 miles

Vehicle structure/chassis frame/cross-member/components/body/suspension components corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

Fail 28 Jun 2021 78,446 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure/chassis frame/cross-member/components/body/suspension components corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

Pass 1 Jul 2020 76,706 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front and rear suspension corroded but not structually weakened

Fail 16 Jun 2020 76,706 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Both sides rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both front sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front and rear suspension Corroded but not structually weakened

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2015 75,754 miles

wipers poor

Pass 4 Nov 2013 70,885 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2012 64,212 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2011 54,983 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2011 54,983 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake disc pitted

Pass 16 Oct 2010 47,373 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 38,402 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 29,028 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 19,090 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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WU54 KMX is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 WU54 KMX, 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 WU54 KMX registered?

WU54 KMX is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 24 September 2004.

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The MOT history for WU54 KMX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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