CarVerify

Free Car Check

FH05 CYX

2005 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1798cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

65,553 mi
Last recorded65,553 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH05 CYX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 65,553 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear outer sills rusting

Pass 28 Nov 2024 60,564 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 28 Nov 2024 60,564 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 53,436 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2023 52,431 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch as marked (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced under car sill as marked (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2022 41,335 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 39,259 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2021 39,259 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Feb 2021 37,972 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 36,923 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 35,671 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 34,699 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 33,429 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 32,190 miles

oil level on minimum on dipstick

slight binding on rear brakes

Pass 7 Jan 2015 30,983 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2015 30,983 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front discs corroded inner surface

Pass 27 Jun 2013 26,856 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2012 25,385 miles

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

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

surface corrision on offside sill

Pass 7 Jul 2011 21,671 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 19,052 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 15,283 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 12,118 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
Full Mazda MX-5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

FH05 CYX is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FH05 CYX, 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

How do I check the history of FH05 CYX?

You can check the full history of FH05 CYX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FH05 CYX registered?

FH05 CYX is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is FH05 CYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH05 CYX shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FH05 CYX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FH05 CYX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.