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MD04 VDL

2004 Mazda Tribute

Black Petrol 1989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

69,127 mi
Last recorded69,127 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2015
Typical for 2004 Mazda Tribute65,456 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD04 VDL
MakeMazda
ModelTribute
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,989cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2015 69,127 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 64,512 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 61,337 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 56,394 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 51,390 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 51,390 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 47,512 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 42,564 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2008 38,810 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 38,810 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 27,395 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda Tribute?

Based on 38,590 MOT tests across 2,673 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
6,359
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,673
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake hose excessively deteriorated 2,111
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,355
Registration plate lamp not working 1,261
position lamp(s) not working 1,195
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,111
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MD04 VDL is a 2004 Mazda Tribute in Black with a 1,989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2004 Mazda Tribute models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 65,456 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda Tribute fails its MOT is brake hose excessively deteriorated, accounting for 2,111 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MD04 VDL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Tribute typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 22 years old, this Mazda Tribute is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MD04 VDL registered?

MD04 VDL is a 2004 Mazda Tribute, first registered on 29 July 2004.

Is MD04 VDL safe to buy?

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