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BU54 RXF

2005 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

66,094 mi
Last recorded66,094 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU54 RXF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2019 66,094 miles

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 62,091 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2017 57,764 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2016 54,026 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cil (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2015 52,372 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 48,008 miles

Nearside Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 21 Aug 2014 48,008 miles

Centre Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 4 Sep 2013 43,285 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Sep 2012 36,767 miles

Drivers wiper blade slight tear on end

Pass 26 Aug 2011 31,378 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 25,804 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 18,491 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2009 17,334 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 12,959 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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BU54 RXF is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BU54 RXF, 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 BU54 RXF registered?

BU54 RXF is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 4 January 2005.

Is BU54 RXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU54 RXF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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