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FH05 DPU

2005 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

42,391 mi
Last recorded42,391 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2013
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH05 DPU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2013 42,391 miles

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

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)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 37,766 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Aug 2011 33,246 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 28,107 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 21,761 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)

Fail 15 Jul 2008 15,430 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 15,430 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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FH05 DPU is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DPU, 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 FH05 DPU registered?

FH05 DPU is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is FH05 DPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH05 DPU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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