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EF05 XNR

2005 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

81,661 mi
Last recorded81,661 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 XNR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 81,661 miles

Suspension components undersealed

Fail 28 Aug 2025 81,644 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Section joint (6.1.2 (a))

Suspension components undersealed

Pass 20 Sep 2024 80,992 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 79,294 miles

Offside Rear Outer Sill corroded

Pass 21 Sep 2022 77,452 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 76,030 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Aug 2021 75,907 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner arch corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust back box joint deteriorated

Nearside sill badly corroded

Offside rear brake disc worn

Parking brake lever travel needs adjustment

Pass 24 Aug 2020 74,695 miles

Exhaust deteriorated

Nearside rear brake pipes corroded

Nearside rear inner arches and sills corroded

Offside rear inner arches and sills corroded

Pass 22 Aug 2019 73,064 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 68,683 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2018 68,683 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 65,408 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 62,082 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 58,836 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 53,701 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 50,004 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 50,004 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 31 Aug 2012 47,291 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 47,291 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 41,803 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 35,645 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 29,619 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 22,650 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 XNR is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 XNR, 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 XNR registered?

EF05 XNR is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is EF05 XNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF05 XNR shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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