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EJ05 YJO

2005 Mazda MX-5

Orange Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

32,678 mi
Last recorded32,678 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ05 YJO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 32,678 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 32,167 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 32,077 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2024 32,076 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 31,856 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 31,622 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 31,395 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 31,290 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 31,242 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 31,137 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 30,960 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 30,794 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 30,334 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 29,868 miles

front wipers are smeary

n/s/f and o/s/f and n/s/r tyres are pershing

n/s/r tyre has a split

Pass 18 Jun 2013 29,280 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 28,863 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 28,627 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 28,353 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 27,794 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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EJ05 YJO is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Orange with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 EJ05 YJO, 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

How do I check the history of EJ05 YJO?

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What year was EJ05 YJO registered?

EJ05 YJO is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 August 2005.

Is EJ05 YJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ05 YJO shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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