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FV05 OFK

2005 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

57,318 mi
Last recorded57,318 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 OFK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 57,318 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 27 May 2026 57,177 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 May 2025 55,945 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2024 54,709 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2023 53,887 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 52,542 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 51,294 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 48,751 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 45,645 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 42,661 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 39,723 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 36,754 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 33,641 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 30,261 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 3 Jun 2013 30,261 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 1 Jun 2012 26,837 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 23,185 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 19,228 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 15,995 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 12,026 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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FV05 OFK is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 OFK, 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 FV05 OFK registered?

FV05 OFK is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is FV05 OFK safe to buy?

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