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FH05 KFK

2005 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

61,624 mi
Last recorded61,624 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH05 KFK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 61,624 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2025 61,624 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 May 2025 61,587 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front and rear upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

all bushes perished but no excessive movement

Pass 18 Jan 2023 56,475 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front both front floors corroded

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Jan 2023 56,439 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength 1/4 panel holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front both front floors corroded

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 50,756 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2022 50,729 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 44,477 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

front wishbones rusty. varies areas of the floor rusty but not weakened

Pass 29 Jun 2019 35,232 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 29,358 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 28,062 miles

advice front and rear discs wearing

advice front and rear suspension rusty

Pass 29 Jun 2016 27,207 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 25,571 miles

slight rust on iner and outer sills

slight rust under car

Pass 28 May 2014 24,370 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

slight corrosion on suspension components

Pass 19 Jun 2013 23,100 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 24,248 miles

both rear tyres cracking severely!

Pass 20 Jun 2011 18,489 miles

tyres perished not showing cords x4

Pass 17 Jun 2010 15,630 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 10,930 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 8,126 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2008 8,126 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 KFK is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 KFK, 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 KFK registered?

FH05 KFK is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 22 June 2005.

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