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YL04 VDV

2004 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

91,833 mi
Last recorded91,833 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2022
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL04 VDV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2022 91,833 miles

Corrosion to underside

Pass 4 May 2021 84,262 miles

corrosion to underside and suspension

Pass 5 Aug 2019 83,086 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Body not fully secure (6.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Body not fully secure (6.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 81,884 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 81,644 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion shock /ab (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion shock/ab (6.1.B.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

Fail 7 Jun 2017 81,638 miles

Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings both side (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 4 May 2017 81,592 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded CHASSI (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor to kick panel corroded heavily (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded CHASSI (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor to kick panel corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 11 May 2016 78,987 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 75,815 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 72,034 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 68,031 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 61,374 miles

Both Rear Brake Discs Slightly Worn and Corroded but not considered excessive

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust System Slightly Deteriorated

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 57,395 miles

Both Front Brake Discs Corroded but not considered excessive

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 41,563 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2009 38,117 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 32,958 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 27,395 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)

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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YL04 VDV is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 YL04 VDV, 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 YL04 VDV registered?

YL04 VDV is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 9 July 2004.

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