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BT05 LVJ

2005 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,975 mi
Last recorded15,975 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 LVJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 6 Jun 2025 15,975 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 15,857 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 15,768 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 15,703 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 15,611 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 15,568 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 15,491 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 15,390 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 15,329 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 15,305 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 15,204 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 14,849 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 14,622 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 14,408 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 13,865 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 13,347 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 11,874 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 10,109 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 LVJ is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LVJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BT05 LVJ registered?

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

Is BT05 LVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT05 LVJ shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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