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GL54 TTJ

2005 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

50,595 mi
Last recorded50,595 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL54 TTJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2016 50,595 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 50,490 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 46,640 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2015 46,640 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 43,439 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jan 2013 39,646 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 36,501 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2012 36,501 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 32,308 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2011 32,308 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Jan 2010 24,934 miles

front wiper blades starting to split,clearing screen ok

Pass 20 Jan 2009 17,433 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Jan 2008 11,855 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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GL54 TTJ is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GL54 TTJ, 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 GL54 TTJ registered?

GL54 TTJ is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 6 January 2005.

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