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FD05 YLZ

2005 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

87,160 mi
Last recorded87,160 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD05 YLZ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 87,160 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2026 87,150 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 24 May 2024 82,115 miles

Nearside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Under vehicle surfaces corroded

Pass 8 May 2023 77,817 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

general underbody corrosion

undertrays fitted

Pass 14 Mar 2019 77,483 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2019 77,483 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Nov 2017 68,473 miles

exhaust system corroded

Fail 8 Nov 2017 68,473 miles

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage wing mirror (6.1.C.1)

exhaust system corroded

Pass 15 Oct 2016 64,952 miles

brake discs corroded

Fail 15 Oct 2016 64,952 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

brake discs corroded

Pass 15 Sep 2015 60,249 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 52,676 miles

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

both outer sills rusty

Pass 1 Sep 2013 46,148 miles

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

o/s/rear brake cailper damp no leaks at present

Pass 3 Sep 2012 41,546 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 36,573 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 32,129 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2009 28,760 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 21,804 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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FD05 YLZ is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FD05 YLZ, 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 FD05 YLZ registered?

FD05 YLZ is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 11 June 2005.

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