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FH05 XBF

2005 Mazda MX-5

Maroon Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

77,126 mi
Last recorded77,126 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 77,126 miles

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output o/s+n/s. (4.1.4 (b))

underbody covered in undersealant.

Fail 17 Apr 2026 77,126 miles

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output o/s+n/s. (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

underbody covered in undersealant.

Pass 17 Apr 2025 74,698 miles

NSR AND OSR INNER SILLS CORRODED

Pass 13 Apr 2024 69,306 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2023 66,108 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

under body covered in tick under seal

Pass 8 Mar 2022 64,325 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 62,934 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Mar 2021 62,934 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 62,839 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2019 60,553 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres slightly cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 58,642 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2018 58,642 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 56,107 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 53,748 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 51,946 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 49,303 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 44,542 miles

passenger mirror cracked but servicable

Pass 20 Apr 2012 39,779 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 33,892 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2011 33,892 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 26,385 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 26,373 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

advise o/s/r tyre inner sidewall has slice marks on it

Fail 6 Apr 2009 16,655 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 16,655 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 13,832 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 XBF is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Maroon with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 XBF, 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 XBF registered?

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

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