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DX05 XRR

2005 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

44,346 mi
Last recorded44,346 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2024
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 XRR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2024 44,346 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2023 42,411 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 40,602 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 37,779 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 35,905 miles

all front and rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 19 Sep 2019 33,871 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 31,509 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 30,894 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 29,736 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2017 29,736 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 29,085 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2015 28,547 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 28,547 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 27,696 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 27,170 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 26,176 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 25,350 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 24,196 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 10 Mar 2009 22,710 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 21,092 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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DX05 XRR 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 DX05 XRR, 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 DX05 XRR registered?

DX05 XRR is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is DX05 XRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX05 XRR shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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