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YM04 DFE

2004 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

40,631 mi
Last recorded40,631 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2018
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM04 DFE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2018 40,631 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs rusted on inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside sill panel in poor condition

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs rusty round outer surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2017 36,917 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2017 36,917 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 34,842 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 32,780 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 32,164 miles

front brake discs pitted on inner edge

Pass 26 Jun 2013 30,541 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 29,240 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 28,087 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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 17 Jun 2010 24,806 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

both front brake discs are very badly pitted with rust!!!!!!!

both rear brake discs are slightly pitted with rust!!!

Pass 19 Jun 2009 20,132 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

both front tyres are slightly cracked/perishing!

Pass 7 Jul 2008 18,214 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 16,315 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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YM04 DFE 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 92.3%.

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 YM04 DFE, 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 YM04 DFE registered?

YM04 DFE is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 27 May 2004.

Is YM04 DFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YM04 DFE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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