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FP54 FWR

2005 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

34,086 mi
Last recorded34,086 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP54 FWR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 34,086 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2026 34,086 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 33,206 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2024 32,186 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2024 32,186 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2023 31,412 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 30,344 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 29,104 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 27,970 miles

inside rims of all 4 alloy wheels badly corroded & starting to flake,

Pass 22 Jan 2019 26,636 miles

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

Fail 22 Jan 2019 26,636 miles

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

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 25,655 miles

Nearside Front Tyre Cracking

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre Cracking

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

Pass 20 Jan 2017 24,910 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 23,848 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 22,873 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Oil leak

Pass 22 Jan 2014 21,804 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 20,759 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 19,123 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 17,187 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 15,546 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2009 13,699 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 11,903 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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FP54 FWR is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 FP54 FWR, 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 FP54 FWR registered?

FP54 FWR is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 January 2005.

Is FP54 FWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP54 FWR shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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