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DS05 ACU

2005 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

43,802 mi
Last recorded43,802 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS05 ACU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 43,802 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 41,368 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 39,446 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 38,397 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Oct 2022 38,388 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 37,391 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 36,603 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 36,016 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 35,405 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 34,431 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 33,136 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2013 33,136 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 31,865 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 30,368 miles

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

rear brake pads getting low

slight corrosion on rear brake discs

Pass 27 Jun 2011 28,830 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 26,114 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 20,240 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing low on outer edge.

Pass 3 Jun 2008 15,544 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Rear brakes slightly binding.

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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DS05 ACU is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DS05 ACU, 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

How do I check the history of DS05 ACU?

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What year was DS05 ACU registered?

DS05 ACU is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is DS05 ACU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS05 ACU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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