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FV05 OFO

2005 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

62,328 mi
Last recorded62,328 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 OFO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 62,328 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2025 62,328 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Aug 2024 57,098 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 51,322 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

some underbody areas heavily coated cannot inspect properly

Pass 21 Sep 2021 51,172 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear inner sill corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 50,538 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 49,512 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 48,598 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear undersill rusty

Fail 8 Jun 2018 48,598 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear undersill rusty

Pass 12 Jun 2017 47,659 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 46,363 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 42,660 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 42,014 miles

both rear tyres have crackes in tread area not deep enough to reach ply or cord

Pass 1 Mar 2013 39,683 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2013 39,683 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 35,502 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 35,502 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Mar 2011 32,420 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Feb 2010 28,852 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2009 25,566 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2009 25,566 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 22,142 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 OFO is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 OFO, 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 OFO registered?

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

Is FV05 OFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV05 OFO shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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