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YK04 GRP

2004 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

95,345 mi
Last recorded95,345 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK04 GRP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 95,345 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 91,970 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 89,964 miles

Both OSF and NSF tyres - Inner edge slight wear

Pass 19 Jun 2023 88,363 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 87,066 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 86,080 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2020 83,694 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2020 83,694 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 80,856 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2019 80,856 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 78,420 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 75,100 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 71,195 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 66,981 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 62,225 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2014 62,159 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 58,056 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 58,056 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 14 Apr 2012 54,873 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 54,873 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 51,745 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 48,849 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 39,335 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 29,525 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2007 19,556 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Pass 12 Nov 2007 19,556 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 19,500 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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YK04 GRP is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YK04 GRP, 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 YK04 GRP registered?

YK04 GRP is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 March 2004.

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The MOT history for YK04 GRP shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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