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FM05 GUJ

2005 Mazda MX-5

Maroon Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

38,738 mi
Last recorded38,738 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM05 GUJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 38,738 miles

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2024 38,493 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 36,742 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

slight corrosion n/s/r outer sill

slight corrosion o/s/r outer sill

Pass 14 Jul 2022 34,974 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 34,210 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 33,754 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 32,581 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 31,351 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2018 31,351 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 30,079 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 29,174 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 27,850 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2015 27,850 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 26,055 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 24,508 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 23,058 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 21,115 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 16 Jun 2011 21,115 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jul 2010 18,513 miles

Nearside front tyre starting to crack.

Offside front tyre starting to crack.

Pass 6 Jul 2009 15,712 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 13,255 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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FM05 GUJ 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 FM05 GUJ, 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 FM05 GUJ registered?

FM05 GUJ is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 11 July 2005.

Is FM05 GUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM05 GUJ 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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