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BT54 UDV

2005 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

115,420 mi
Last recorded115,420 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT54 UDV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2021 115,420 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

corrosion on sills/inner sills/floors/chassis

Fail 17 Sep 2021 115,420 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

corrosion on sills/inner sills/floors/chassis

Fail 21 Aug 2021 115,404 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 110,515 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2020 110,511 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outer sill corroded and holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 108,557 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 101,873 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jul 2018 101,873 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 98,350 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 81,020 miles

underside light corrosion

Fail 1 Jul 2016 81,020 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

underside light corrosion

Pass 6 Jul 2015 71,613 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 69,670 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 68,832 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 65,054 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 57,131 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 49,249 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 41,700 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 32,653 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jan 2008 23,247 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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BT54 UDV is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BT54 UDV, 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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BT54 UDV is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 21 January 2005.

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