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DV05 XWP

2005 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2023
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

105,402 mi
Last recorded105,402 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV05 XWP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2022 105,402 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear exhaust joints corroded

under-body generally corroded

Pass 20 Sep 2021 102,389 miles

General underbody corrosion

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail under floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear exhaust and joints corroded

Fail 6 Sep 2021 102,379 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

General underbody corrosion

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail under floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear exhaust and joints corroded

Pass 6 Aug 2020 99,389 miles

corrosion throughout the vehicle both rear outer sills in particular

Fail 6 Aug 2020 99,389 miles

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

corrosion throughout the vehicle both rear outer sills in particular

Pass 12 Aug 2019 99,236 miles

corrosion to underside of vehicle, rear subframe corroded

Fail 12 Aug 2019 99,236 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

corrosion to underside of vehicle, rear subframe corroded

Pass 17 Aug 2018 98,719 miles

signs of slight corrosion in various places through out vechile

Pass 16 Aug 2017 97,730 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Slight brake bind

Fail 16 Aug 2017 97,726 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 96,106 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 22 Aug 2016 96,106 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 88,063 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 77,222 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

oil not on max

Fail 14 Aug 2014 77,221 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

oil not on max

Pass 23 Aug 2013 65,857 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 50,824 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 50,794 miles

Offside Front Torsion bar insecure at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

Pass 31 May 2011 36,931 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 29,925 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2009 22,870 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 30 May 2008 19,669 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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DV05 XWP is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 DV05 XWP, 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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DV05 XWP is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 May 2005.

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