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YU53 LUT

2004 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

26,927 mi
Last recorded26,927 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU53 LUT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 26,927 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2025 26,926 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jul 2024 25,945 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 24,740 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2023 24,740 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2022 23,909 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 22,233 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 21,977 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 21,787 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 20,656 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 19,765 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 18,569 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 17,643 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 14,919 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 13,484 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 12,594 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 123,152 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 11,225 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 10,076 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 8,897 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 8,255 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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YU53 LUT is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 YU53 LUT, 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 YU53 LUT registered?

YU53 LUT is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 January 2004.

Is YU53 LUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YU53 LUT shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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