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FH05 DRX

2005 Mazda MX-5

Orange Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

21,264 mi
Last recorded21,264 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH05 DRX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 21,264 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all greased (1.1.11 (c))

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2025 21,066 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 20,908 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all underside appears to have been undersealed in places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 20,836 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all underside appears to have been undersealed in places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 20,484 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 20,077 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2020 19,867 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2019 19,668 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 19,418 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 18,854 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 18,262 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 17,380 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 17,013 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 16,702 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 16,112 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 16,111 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 15,196 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 14,932 miles

front and rear disc showing corrosion on inner surface

Pass 7 Aug 2009 10,328 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 7,532 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 DRX is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Orange with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 DRX, 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 FH05 DRX registered?

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

Is FH05 DRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH05 DRX shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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