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EF05 GXW

2005 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

13,138 mi
Last recorded13,138 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 GXW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 13,138 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Suspension components covered in underseal.

Underside covered in underseal.

Pass 31 Jul 2025 12,215 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 10,788 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 9,765 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 9,624 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 9,450 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 9,067 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 9,067 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 8,930 miles

all four tyres deteriorating

Pass 17 Oct 2014 8,663 miles

All four tyres deteriorating on side walls

Pass 15 Oct 2013 8,301 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 6,671 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine managment light on

Pass 27 Jun 2011 6,394 miles

all tyres showing age cracks worth keeping a check on !!

corrosion starting lower suspension arms front and rear

Fail 23 Jun 2011 6,394 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

all tyres showing age cracks worth keeping a check on !!

corrosion starting lower suspension arms front and rear

Pass 6 Jul 2010 6,176 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 5,498 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 5,068 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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EF05 GXW is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 EF05 GXW, 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 EF05 GXW registered?

EF05 GXW is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 June 2005.

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