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CA04 VLJ

2004 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

57,806 mi
Last recorded57,806 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA04 VLJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 57,806 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 50,155 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 43,116 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 42,887 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 41,969 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 41,927 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 41,920 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 41,076 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 40,297 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 40,126 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2014 38,744 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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)

front/rear suspension is rusty but not weekend in anyway

Pass 12 Nov 2013 38,467 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 36,166 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2012 36,156 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Nov 2011 32,734 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Nov 2010 28,625 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2009 24,081 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2009 24,081 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 19,767 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 15,753 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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CA04 VLJ is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 CA04 VLJ, 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 CA04 VLJ registered?

CA04 VLJ is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 14 June 2004.

Is CA04 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA04 VLJ shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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