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FM54 OCU

2005 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

93,783 mi
Last recorded93,783 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2022
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM54 OCU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2022 93,783 miles

surface corrosion throughout under side

under trays fitted

Pass 7 May 2021 81,146 miles

Undertrays fitted

all suspension components corroded

general underbody surface corrosion

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Mar 2020 79,218 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear cill corroded

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

Rear brake pipes corroded

Rear suspension components corroded

corrosion & delamination to offside & nearside front chassis/anti roll bar mounting areas

Pass 3 Dec 2018 72,567 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2018 72,567 miles

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 21 Dec 2017 64,438 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 60,426 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 58,214 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 55,604 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 52,518 miles

front brake discs surface corrision

wiper blades light smearing

Pass 26 Feb 2013 49,463 miles

front brake discs rusting

hand brake comes up high

n/s/r brake pads wearing very thin(boarderline pass)

rear brake discs rusting

Pass 29 Feb 2012 45,780 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 41,409 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 37,264 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2010 37,264 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Jan 2009 30,868 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2008 24,308 miles

metal object in n/s/f tyre

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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FM54 OCU is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 FM54 OCU, 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 FM54 OCU registered?

FM54 OCU is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 25 February 2005.

Is FM54 OCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM54 OCU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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