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DG05 UOB

2005 Mazda MX-5

Maroon Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

96,447 mi
Last recorded96,447 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG05 UOB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2018 96,447 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 91,096 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 83,781 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 6 Apr 2016 83,871 miles

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 76,400 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 68,685 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2014 68,685 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 61,238 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 54,224 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 47,038 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2010 40,039 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 32,426 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 24,161 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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DG05 UOB is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Maroon with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DG05 UOB, 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 DG05 UOB registered?

DG05 UOB is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is DG05 UOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG05 UOB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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