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BD04 PKZ

2004 Mazda MX-5

Maroon Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

126,051 mi
Last recorded126,051 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2019
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD04 PKZ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2019 126,051 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play requires immediate replacement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play requires immediate replacement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play requires immediate replacement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play requires immediate replacement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear wheel arches corroded, but no dangerous sharp edges

Fail 29 Aug 2019 126,051 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play requires immediate replacement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play requires immediate replacement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play requires immediate replacement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play requires immediate replacement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear wheel arches corroded, but no dangerous sharp edges

Pass 11 Sep 2018 107,700 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 85,084 miles

Body has slight corrosion both sills (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 73,097 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2016 73,097 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2015 69,754 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 65,995 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 62,787 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 59,349 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 54,784 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 49,427 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 44,668 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 39,532 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 34,520 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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BD04 PKZ is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Maroon with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BD04 PKZ, 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.

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BD04 PKZ is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 18 May 2004.

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