2004 Mazda MX-5 1.6L Petrol · BU52 WEL
2004 Mazda MX-5 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 20 May 2004. Recorded mileage 85,400 miles. MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 85,400 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BU52 WEL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/02/2026
- 85,400 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BU52 WEL 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 (BU52 WEL) between December 2022 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 27 February 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: Tyres (6 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Bodywork (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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: “Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Bo”; “Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. spare wheel fitted. (5.2.3 (b))”; “Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”.
BU52 WEL Mileage History
- 22/12/202276,878 mi
- 03/04/202479,790 mi+2,912 mi
- 22/05/202479,879 mi+89 mi
- 08/02/202685,393 mi+5,514 mi
- 27/02/202685,400 mi+7 mi
Average of roughly 2,676 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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