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FM05 MYL

2005 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

67,152 mi
Last recorded67,152 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM05 MYL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2019 67,152 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 65,806 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2017 59,725 miles

Offside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 30 Aug 2017 59,725 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2016 52,440 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 6 Aug 2016 52,440 miles

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 44,338 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 44,317 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2015 44,313 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 43,848 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 42,008 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2012 39,050 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 33,843 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 27,234 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 18,522 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 12,999 miles

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

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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FM05 MYL is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FM05 MYL, 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 FM05 MYL?

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What year was FM05 MYL registered?

FM05 MYL is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 13 July 2005.

Is FM05 MYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM05 MYL shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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