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D17 DER

2004 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

32,789 mi
Last recorded32,789 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD17 DER
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 32,789 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 31,689 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front 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 3 Apr 2024 30,772 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 27 Mar 2023 29,551 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 28,420 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 27,062 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 22,365 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2020 22,365 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Apr 2019 16,333 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 10,409 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 5,364 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 5,295 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 5,184 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 5,069 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 4,785 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 4,589 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 4,426 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 4,294 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 4,179 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 3,670 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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D17 DER is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 D17 DER, 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 D17 DER registered?

D17 DER is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is D17 DER safe to buy?

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