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EX05 DHG

2005 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

93,365 mi
Last recorded93,365 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2022
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX05 DHG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2022 93,365 miles

Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor damaged but not excessively (1.6 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources both sides light is dim (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under the floor few places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 91,933 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing and getting low to nearing 2mm

Pass 21 Feb 2020 89,246 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing and getting low to nearing 2mm

Pass 27 Feb 2019 87,125 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front tyre wearing and getting low to nearing 2mm

Rear both sides rear tyres wearing and getting low to nearing 2mm

Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under the floor few places (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Feb 2019 87,125 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front tyre wearing and getting low to nearing 2mm

Rear both sides rear tyres wearing and getting low to nearing 2mm

Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under the floor few places (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 78,382 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Fail 13 Sep 2017 78,382 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2016 71,344 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 61,378 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 52,490 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2013 38,680 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2013 38,680 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 26,784 miles

front and rear brake pads wear in 70%

Pass 2 Nov 2010 24,246 miles

n/s and o/s wiper blades

Pass 24 Sep 2009 19,890 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 16,134 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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EX05 DHG is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 EX05 DHG, 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 EX05 DHG registered?

EX05 DHG is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is EX05 DHG safe to buy?

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