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GW53 WBW

2004 Mazda MX5

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2018
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

151,479 mi
Last recorded151,479 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 2004 Mazda MX598,023 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGW53 WBW
MakeMazda
ModelMX5
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2017 151,479 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2017 151,479 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 148,020 miles

suspension components corroded

Fail 22 Jan 2016 148,020 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

suspension components corroded

How Reliable is the Mazda MX5?

Based on 3,499 MOT tests across 291 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
2,660
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
291
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 64
fog lamp not working 61
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 61
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 54
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 49
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GW53 WBW is a 2004 Mazda MX5 in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2004 Mazda MX5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 98,023 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mazda MX5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GW53 WBW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 22 years old, this Mazda MX5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GW53 WBW registered?

GW53 WBW is a 2004 Mazda MX5, first registered on 1 January 2004.

Is GW53 WBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GW53 WBW shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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