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FM05 ZKV

2005 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

126,454 mi
Last recorded126,454 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2023
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2023 126,454 miles

Front Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive outter sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 May 2022 115,112 miles

Rear axle corroded

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened fronts (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rears (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 105,521 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 105,237 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2020 105,237 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2019 100,187 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 96,132 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 90,423 miles

Nearside Front tyre is cracked and split

Offside Front tyre is worn on the outer edge

Offside Rear tyre is cracked and split

Pass 1 Oct 2015 78,995 miles

tyres have surface cracks

Fail 9 Oct 2014 68,380 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 9 Oct 2014 68,380 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 18 Oct 2013 57,864 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2013 57,864 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 47,579 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 40,997 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 33,244 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 25,858 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 17,147 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 ZKV is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 ZKV, 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 ZKV registered?

FM05 ZKV is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 July 2005.

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The MOT history for FM05 ZKV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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