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FP05 NZX

2005 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

55,019 mi
Last recorded55,019 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP05 NZX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 55,019 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 2 Apr 2026 55,019 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Apr 2025 53,988 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Apr 2024 52,698 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 May 2023 51,600 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2022 50,587 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2021 50,138 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2020 48,676 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 47,935 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 47,935 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 22 May 2018 46,914 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 45,818 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 43,459 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 41,487 miles

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 21 May 2014 39,266 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 36,348 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 33,648 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 May 2011 29,900 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 26,003 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 20,797 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 15,891 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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FP05 NZX is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 NZX, 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 FP05 NZX registered?

FP05 NZX is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 21 April 2005.

Is FP05 NZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP05 NZX shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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