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YL53 NKT

2004 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

30,583 mi
Last recorded30,583 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2018
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL53 NKT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2018 30,583 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2018 30,581 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Dec 2016 319,813 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 29,171 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 27,662 miles

front brakes juddering slightly

ns/r outer sill corroding

Fail 19 Dec 2014 27,662 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front brakes juddering slightly

ns/r outer sill corroding

Pass 13 Jan 2014 26,667 miles

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 13 Jan 2014 26,667 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 24,666 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2013 24,666 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Dec 2011 22,382 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 22 Dec 2010 19,620 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2010 19,610 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Jan 2010 15,970 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

nearside and offside wipers split on ends.

Pass 17 Dec 2008 12,433 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 9,422 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 6,021 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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YL53 NKT is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YL53 NKT, 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 YL53 NKT registered?

YL53 NKT is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 16 January 2004.

Is YL53 NKT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL53 NKT shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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