2004 Mazda MX-5 1.6L Petrol · KB53 TXP
2004 Mazda MX-5 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Jan 2004. Recorded mileage 110,529 miles. MOT expired on 20 Nov 2025. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 20 Nov 2025
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 110,529 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KB53 TXP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 17/11/2025
- 110,529 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 23 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KB53 TXP 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 (KB53 TXP) between October 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 17 November 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (12 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Windscreen (3 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Tyres (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 17 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 Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a b”; “Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a bo”; “Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”.
KB53 TXP Mileage History
- 27/10/2022108,375 mi
- 23/10/2023108,919 mi+544 mi
- 25/10/2024109,979 mi+1,060 mi
- 21/11/2024109,990 mi+11 mi
- 17/11/2025110,529 mi+539 mi
Average of roughly 704 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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