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DX05 YPE

2005 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

77,443 mi
Last recorded77,443 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 YPE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 77,443 miles

Nearside Rear Outer sill corrosion

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2025 75,120 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 72,238 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 70,229 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2023 70,229 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2022 68,306 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 65,184 miles

Nearside Rear Outer sill corroded

Pass 12 Mar 2020 62,475 miles

Nearside Rear outer sill slight corrosion...

Pass 26 Mar 2019 60,081 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 57,769 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 55,705 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 53,773 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 51,932 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 50,160 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2014 50,160 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 May 2013 48,511 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 46,847 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 46,411 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

slight noise from near side front bearing when rotated

Pass 11 Jun 2010 46,052 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 41,152 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 35,050 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 33,395 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2008 33,188 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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 YPE is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 YPE, 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 YPE registered?

DX05 YPE is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 15 March 2005.

Is DX05 YPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX05 YPE shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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