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FP05 AKJ

2005 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

92,771 mi
Last recorded92,771 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP05 AKJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 92,771 miles

Central Rear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced end off sill inside wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear and offside rear inner sills corroded

Nearside Rear and offside rear suspension corroded

Offside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear of sill inside wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 9 Dec 2025 92,771 miles

Central Rear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced end off sill inside wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear and offside rear inner sills corroded

Nearside Rear and offside rear suspension corroded

Offside Front Upper Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear of sill inside wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2024 86,887 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All four lower arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Dec 2024 86,887 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All four lower arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Dec 2023 82,465 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All lower suspension arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 80,694 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 78,704 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 77,409 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2021 77,409 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 75,772 miles

Offside Rear tyre on 3 mm.

Pass 4 Feb 2019 71,670 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2019 71,670 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 71,658 miles

Exhaust corroded

General underbody corrosion

Suspension components corroded

Pass 2 Nov 2016 71,025 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 69,268 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 61,696 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 56,863 miles

All tyre are cracking on sidewalls.

Pass 14 Sep 2012 52,370 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2012 52,370 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Mar 2011 43,827 miles

inner surfaces of rear brake discs corroded.

Pass 26 Mar 2010 37,792 miles

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

Inner Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 30,784 miles

Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 24,464 miles

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

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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FP05 AKJ is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 FP05 AKJ, 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.

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What year was FP05 AKJ registered?

FP05 AKJ is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 13 April 2005.

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