CarVerify

Free Car Check

EK55 YNG

2005 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,949 mi
Last recorded48,949 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK55 YNG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

18 pass
Pass 16 Sep 2025 48,949 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 47,490 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 46,208 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 44,820 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 43,285 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 41,784 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 40,490 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 39,349 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 38,449 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 36,329 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 33,980 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 31,578 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 28,715 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 26,282 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 24,128 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 22,669 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 21,103 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 18,780 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
Full Mazda MX-5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

EK55 YNG is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EK55 YNG, 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 EK55 YNG?

You can check the full history of EK55 YNG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was EK55 YNG registered?

EK55 YNG is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is EK55 YNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK55 YNG shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EK55 YNG have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on EK55 YNG. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.