2004 Mazda MX-5 1.6L Petrol · K540 LUA
2004 Mazda MX-5 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 18 Aug 2004. Recorded mileage 55,635 miles. MOT expired on 22 Jan 2026.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Borehamwood
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 22 Jan 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 55,635 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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K540 LUA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/01/2025
- 55,635 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
K540 LUA 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 (K540 LUA) between November 2021 and January 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 23 January 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
K540 LUA Mileage History
- 09/11/202154,811 mi
- 11/11/202154,811 mi
- 27/09/202355,310 mi+499 mi
- 22/01/202555,635 mi+325 mi
- 23/01/202555,635 mi
Average of roughly 257 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mazda Mazda MX-5 (NB)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- Blocked Hood Drains and Cabin DampModerate
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