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FV05 GVZ

2005 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

70,821 mi
Last recorded70,821 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 GVZ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2026 70,821 miles

Underside Covered In Waxoyl

Fail 31 Jul 2026 70,799 miles

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

Underside Covered In Waxoyl

Pass 11 Aug 2025 68,356 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2024 62,018 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

nsf sill corroded but not excessively

osf sill corroded but not excessively

underbody has corrosion but not effecting structural integrity

Fail 14 Aug 2024 62,018 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

nsf sill corroded but not excessively

osf sill corroded but not excessively

underbody has corrosion but not effecting structural integrity

Fail 27 Jul 2024 62,016 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

NSF sill corroded but not excessively

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

OSF sill corroded but not excessively

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

underbody has corrosion front to rear but not effecting structural integrity

Pass 7 Aug 2023 54,490 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2021 53,437 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2021 53,433 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Sep 2020 51,552 miles

Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 4 Sep 2020 51,552 miles

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

Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Apr 2019 51,167 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 50,357 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 47,108 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 43,866 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front slight brake bind

Pass 29 May 2015 40,423 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 38,536 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jun 2013 35,331 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 32,555 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 30,920 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 28,087 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 20,747 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 16,512 miles

Small split in end of near side wiper blade

Tyres showing signs of age cracks

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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FV05 GVZ is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Grey 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 FV05 GVZ, 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 FV05 GVZ registered?

FV05 GVZ is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 25 May 2005.

Is FV05 GVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV05 GVZ shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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