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DV04 YJE

2004 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

52,618 mi
Last recorded52,618 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX-559,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV04 YJE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 52,618 miles
Fail 8 May 2026 52,614 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2025 52,382 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 51,851 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 51,296 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 50,790 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 50,086 miles

Nearside Front Floor damaged but not excessively

Pass 29 Apr 2019 48,619 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 47,785 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2018 47,727 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 46,775 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 45,546 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 42,434 miles

nearside front floor pan slight damage

Pass 22 Apr 2014 39,486 miles

cracking apparant in all four tyre sidewalls and tread

Pass 17 Apr 2012 28,914 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 24,400 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 24,400 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2010 20,875 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 16,295 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 16,295 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 7,813 miles

Oil leak

Pass 1 May 2007 3,162 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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DV04 YJE is a 2004 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DV04 YJE, 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 DV04 YJE registered?

DV04 YJE is a 2004 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 April 2004.

Is DV04 YJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV04 YJE shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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