2004 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · DV04 YJT
2004 Mazda MX-5 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Apr 2004. Recorded mileage 89,458 miles. MOT expired on 24 Feb 2025.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 24 Feb 2025
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (21 Sept 2024)
- Recorded Mileage
- 89,458 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DV04 YJT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/02/2024
- 89,458 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DV04 YJT 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 (DV04 YJT) between February 2022 and February 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 16 February 2024 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: Brakes (8 issues), Steering (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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: “Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (”; “Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))”.
DV04 YJT Mileage History
- 04/02/202275,817 mi
- 24/02/202384,109 mi+8,292 mi
- 24/02/202384,109 mi
- 15/02/202489,443 mi+5,334 mi
- 16/02/202489,458 mi+15 mi
Average of roughly 6,712 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mazda Mazda MX-5 (NB)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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