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FL05 FTU

2005 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

81,848 mi
Last recorded81,848 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL05 FTU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 81,848 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under all over (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2025 80,663 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 79,991 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2024 79,991 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2023 79,647 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2023 79,647 miles

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

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 77,093 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 75,080 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2021 75,080 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2019 73,438 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 73,049 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 72,107 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 70,594 miles

Nearside Rear Outer sill corroded

Offside Rear Outer sill corroding

all tyres splitting on inner sidewalls

Fail 3 Jun 2016 70,594 miles

Nearside Rear Outer sill corroded

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

Offside Rear Outer sill corroding

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

all tyres splitting on inner sidewalls

Pass 9 Jun 2015 62,439 miles

all tyres starting to split on inner side walls

rear exhaust mounting joint to mid section corroding

Pass 12 Jun 2014 55,298 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 46,623 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 38,771 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 29,052 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 22,331 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 20,782 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 18,593 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 18,593 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)

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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FL05 FTU 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 78.3%.

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 FL05 FTU, 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 FL05 FTU registered?

FL05 FTU is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 9 May 2005.

Is FL05 FTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL05 FTU shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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