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EX05 YCV

2005 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

142,321 mi
Last recorded142,321 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX05 YCV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2018 142,321 miles

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

Headlamp lens starting to mist.

NS outer sill corroded.

OS inner sill corroded

OSF Chassis leg / inner arch starting to rust.

Rear crank oil seal leaking slightly.

Fail 16 Jul 2018 142,321 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Headlamp lens starting to mist.

NS outer sill corroded.

OS inner sill corroded

OSF Chassis leg / inner arch starting to rust.

Rear crank oil seal leaking slightly.

Pass 28 Jun 2017 119,648 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2017 119,648 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2016 98,074 miles

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

inner and outer sills both sides rusted

Pass 10 Jul 2015 77,170 miles

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

Front discs rusted / worn on inner faces

Reqs brake fluid change.

Pass 30 Jun 2014 68,695 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 67,746 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 67,170 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 62,670 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 53,698 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 45,853 miles

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

Fail 19 Apr 2010 45,853 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 37,311 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 29,827 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 YCV is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YCV, 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 EX05 YCV registered?

EX05 YCV is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 23 April 2005.

Is EX05 YCV safe to buy?

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