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FH05 EMF

2005 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

85,559 mi
Last recorded85,559 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 85,559 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2025 84,527 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2025 84,161 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2025 83,346 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 75,626 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2023 75,467 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 71,746 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 71,262 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2020 71,261 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system under pressure (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jul 2019 69,307 miles

under tray cover fitted

Pass 11 Jul 2018 66,071 miles

under cover tray /sills fitted

Pass 6 Jul 2017 62,030 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 61,074 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2016 61,074 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 58,975 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 57,347 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 53,327 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 53,327 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2012 51,340 miles

front wiper blades starting to smear screen

Pass 25 Jun 2011 45,171 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 40,293 miles

front wipers split at ends

slightly pitted front discs

Pass 27 Jun 2009 35,277 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 28,100 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 EMF is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EMF, 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 EMF registered?

FH05 EMF is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 20 June 2005.

Is FH05 EMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH05 EMF shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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