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FH05 DSX

2005 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

57,319 mi
Last recorded57,319 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH05 DSX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2017 57,319 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2017 57,158 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jul 2016 51,800 miles

Rear exhaust system corroded & rusty

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Off side rear tyre slightly perished

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 45,013 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

slight bind on offside front wheel

Pass 24 May 2014 38,580 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 34,975 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 30,434 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Feb 2011 25,477 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 22,645 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2009 19,101 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2008 17,936 miles

NSF Tyre uneven wear.

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)

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 DSX is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DSX, 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 DSX registered?

FH05 DSX is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 27 July 2005.

Is FH05 DSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH05 DSX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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