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GK05 OXD

2005 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2023
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

125,850 mi
Last recorded125,850 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2024
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK05 OXD
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Fail 16 Oct 2024 125,850 miles

Emissions unable to be completed ex leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases manifold area (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested no dip (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength roll bar mount areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cill/arch areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength roll bar mount areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cill/arch areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced rear inner arch areas (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Front bumper slightly damaged/loose

Nearside Front Electrical wiring slightly deteriorated abs wire slightly chaffing on roll bar (4.11 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective joining flange corroded (6.1.2 (a))

engine under cover damaged/slightly loose

Pass 4 Jul 2022 114,495 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2022 114,474 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2020 114,236 miles

Nearside Rear Outer sill rusty

Offside Rear Outer sill rusty

Fail 1 Jul 2020 114,236 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded axle pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill rusty (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer sill rusty

Offside Rear Outer sill rusty

Pass 4 Jun 2019 113,310 miles

Nearside Rear Outer sill rusty

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Outer sill rusty

Pass 5 Jun 2018 111,720 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 5 Jun 2018 111,720 miles

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 109,306 miles

Nearside Rear tyre small cut to outer sidewall

Pass 1 Feb 2017 108,501 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 1 Feb 2017 108,501 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 104,539 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 101,150 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 98,018 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 92,250 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 83,880 miles

corrosion o/s/r outer door sill

Fail 10 Feb 2012 83,880 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

corrosion o/s/r outer door sill

Pass 11 Feb 2011 73,213 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 62,616 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 8 Feb 2010 62,616 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 12 Feb 2009 51,510 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2009 51,510 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2008 37,859 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Feb 2008 37,859 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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GK05 OXD is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GK05 OXD, 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 GK05 OXD registered?

GK05 OXD is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 5 March 2005.

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