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FP05 ZSY

2005 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

109,791 mi
Last recorded109,791 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2023
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP05 ZSY
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Fail 14 Sep 2023 109,791 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively power steeering (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Inner Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced near side inner sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Inner Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced off side inner sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect leaking (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 100,906 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 90,459 miles

ALL FOUR ROAD WHEEL BUCKLED

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 77,835 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 59,973 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 47,710 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 44,782 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 35,943 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 29,453 miles

nearside rear tyre nail in tread

Pass 5 May 2009 21,842 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 17,098 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 ZSY 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 90.9%.

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 ZSY, 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 ZSY registered?

FP05 ZSY is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 12 May 2005.

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