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FM05 ZMV

2005 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

98,664 mi
Last recorded98,664 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM05 ZMV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2016 98,664 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 95,901 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 85,122 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 75,831 miles

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

front brake discs rusted inner face

Pass 28 Aug 2012 71,277 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 71,273 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 67,153 miles

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

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

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

Fail 23 Sep 2010 53,656 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 53,656 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 38,297 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 27,105 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 ZMV is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 ZMV, 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 ZMV registered?

FM05 ZMV is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 10 August 2005.

Is FM05 ZMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM05 ZMV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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