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2004 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · LB04 XXM

LB04 XXM

2004 Mazda MX-5 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 26 May 2004. Recorded mileage 155,937 miles. MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027.

Make & Model
MAZDA MX-5
Year / Origin
2004 · Stanmore (North London)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 28 Jul 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
155,937 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.8L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 28 Jul 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2004
Engine
1839cc
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LB04 XXM Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 30/07/2026
  • 155,937 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (7 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

LB04 XXM MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 14 Sept 2026, 20:03
MOT Analysis

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 (LB04 XXM) between August 2023 and July 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 30 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (7 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 14 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.

PASS
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LB04 XXM Mileage History

  1. 07/08/2023134,980 mi
  2. 16/08/2024148,061 mi+13,081 mi
  3. 30/07/2025155,245 mi+7,184 mi
  4. 30/07/2025155,245 mi
  5. 30/07/2026155,937 mi+692 mi

Average of roughly 7,036 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
80
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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