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C8 AUM

2004 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

27,273 mi
Last recorded27,273 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC8 AUM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 27,273 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 24,904 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 22,329 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 20,291 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2021 17,211 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 17,184 miles

All tyres cracking on sidewalls

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

Pass 15 Jun 2015 16,920 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)

Pass 7 Jan 2014 14,239 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Sep 2012 14,218 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 14,167 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 13,358 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2010 13,358 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 11,953 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 10,768 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 10,434 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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C8 AUM is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 C8 AUM, 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 C8 AUM registered?

C8 AUM is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is C8 AUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C8 AUM shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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