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FH05 KEU

2005 Mazda MX-5

Maroon Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

102,747 mi
Last recorded102,747 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2025
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH05 KEU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2025 102,747 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 97,673 miles

Front Chassis slightly corroded

Pass 24 Jan 2023 89,175 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 83,650 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2022 83,650 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2021 79,179 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 76,259 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Feb 2020 76,259 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 1 Feb 2019 68,754 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 61,387 miles

under tray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 18 Jan 2017 60,152 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 58,823 miles

Nearside rear sill corroded

Pass 17 Feb 2015 56,825 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 54,519 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 52,476 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2013 52,476 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2012 48,619 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 31,926 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 27,503 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 24,538 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 20,577 miles

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

Nsf + Osf + Osr + Nsr tyres have slight craxking across tread

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 KEU is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Maroon with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 KEU, 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 KEU?

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What year was FH05 KEU registered?

FH05 KEU is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 14 June 2005.

Is FH05 KEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH05 KEU shows 21 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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