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BT05 HXB

2005 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

92,068 mi
Last recorded92,068 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 HXB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 92,068 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 92,059 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 90,977 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 89,178 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 74,418 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 62,347 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 60,122 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edge

both rear tyres wearing unevenly

Fail 17 Mar 2017 60,055 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

both front tyres worn on inner edge

both rear tyres wearing unevenly

Pass 11 Mar 2016 55,694 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 49,102 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 36,637 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 27,612 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 27,277 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 23,065 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 19,681 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 16,011 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 12,268 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?

Based on 2,502,760 MOT tests across 160,823 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
2,964
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
160,823
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 44,475
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,962
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,980
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33,281
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32,722
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BT05 HXB is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2005 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 56,278 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-5 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 44,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BT05 HXB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 21 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BT05 HXB registered?

BT05 HXB is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 May 2005.

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