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EM05 CAM

2005 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

54,973 mi
Last recorded54,973 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2021
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEM05 CAM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Fail 29 Jul 2021 54,973 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

corrosion on steering and suspension components

Pass 25 Jun 2020 52,547 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2020 52,547 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 51,028 miles

both rear inner sills corroded

both rear outer sills corroded

both rear tyres cracking on tread

Fail 7 Jun 2019 51,028 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

both rear inner sills corroded

both rear outer sills corroded

both rear tyres cracking on tread

Pass 16 May 2018 48,623 miles

All under side is heavily corroded

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (2.4.A.3)

Fail 16 May 2018 48,622 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Over axle (3.6.B.2c)

All under side is heavily corroded

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 May 2017 47,486 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front lower (2.4.G.1)

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear lower (2.4.G.1)

exhaust corroded

oil leak

Pass 17 May 2016 46,200 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 45,018 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 42,422 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 39,543 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 35,461 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 32,878 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged (2.3.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 30,487 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 24,744 miles

Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 23 Jun 2008 19,999 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Screen smear in drivers view.

Pass 23 Jun 2008 19,999 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Screen smear in drivers view.

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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EM05 CAM is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EM05 CAM, 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.

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What year was EM05 CAM registered?

EM05 CAM is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 June 2005.

Is EM05 CAM safe to buy?

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