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DU05 OGY

2005 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

50,252 mi
Last recorded50,252 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU05 OGY
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 50,252 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2025 46,794 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2024 43,927 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2024 43,917 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 42,872 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 42,608 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 38,809 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2019 30,662 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 25,715 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 23,045 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 22,078 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 21,242 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 20,484 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 20,484 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

FRONT BRAKE PADS LOW

Pass 8 Apr 2013 18,277 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 17,409 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 15,535 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 14,227 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 12,989 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 11,556 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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DU05 OGY is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DU05 OGY, 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 DU05 OGY registered?

DU05 OGY is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 10 March 2005.

Is DU05 OGY safe to buy?

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