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FG05 NNV

2005 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

72,279 mi
Last recorded72,279 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2023
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG05 NNV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2023 72,279 miles

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

Offside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 71,205 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2022 71,205 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2021 69,188 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 67,552 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2020 67,552 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Pass 21 May 2019 67,054 miles

All underneath covered in stone chip covering suspension and brake components.

Pass 18 May 2018 65,030 miles

Corrosion starting on floor - under side of vehicle

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/s , o/s chasis - anti roll bar mounts (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn out on inside edge

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front, rear (2.4.G.1)

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All- front, rear, n/s , o/s (2.4.G.1)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 64,128 miles

exhaust flange joints corroded

o/s/r tyre a little perished around tread

suspension and steering parts corroded

Fail 21 Feb 2017 64,128 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded o/s + n/s outer sills (2.4.A.3)

exhaust flange joints corroded

o/s/r tyre a little perished around tread

suspension and steering parts corroded

Pass 12 Feb 2016 61,926 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

undercarriage corroded severely.

Pass 3 Feb 2015 58,636 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2015 58,636 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 6 Feb 2014 55,139 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Feb 2013 52,374 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 51,013 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 49,992 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 47,369 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 35,406 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 20,790 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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FG05 NNV is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 FG05 NNV, 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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FG05 NNV is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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