2004 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · J77 RAH
2004 Mazda MX-5 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2004. Recorded mileage 41,093 miles. MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2004
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 41,093 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
J77 RAH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/04/2026
- 41,093 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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J77 RAH Mileage History
- 16/01/202340,814 mi
- 30/10/202340,821 mi+7 mi
- 17/10/202440,892 mi+71 mi
- 17/10/202440,894 mi+2 mi
- 23/04/202641,093 mi+199 mi
Average of roughly 85 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
J77 RAH MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Mazda Mx-5 (J77 RAH) between January 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 23 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))”.
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