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GF55 FOC

2005 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

68,801 mi
Last recorded68,801 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF55 FOC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 68,801 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 64,809 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 59,200 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 56,634 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 55,210 miles

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 24 Nov 2020 52,217 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 47,294 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2019 47,294 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2018 45,043 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 42,000 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 42,000 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2016 39,986 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 39,473 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 35,999 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2014 35,999 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2013 32,629 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 30,989 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jul 2011 29,867 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 27,163 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 25,603 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 24,198 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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GF55 FOC is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GF55 FOC, 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 GF55 FOC registered?

GF55 FOC is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 October 2005.

Is GF55 FOC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF55 FOC shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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