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GP55 WXZ

2005 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

49,508 mi
Last recorded49,508 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP55 WXZ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 49,508 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2025 46,672 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2025 46,637 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2021 46,160 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 44,209 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2019 43,778 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2018 43,356 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 40,819 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 39,973 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 38,513 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 36,619 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 34,589 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 33,682 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2012 33,682 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

all brake discs are corroded

cut in nearside rear tyre inner wall

Pass 2 Nov 2011 30,423 miles

both screen wiper blades split on ends

Pass 4 Nov 2010 27,094 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 23,211 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2009 23,211 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Nov 2008 18,918 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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GP55 WXZ is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 GP55 WXZ, 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 GP55 WXZ registered?

GP55 WXZ is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 5 December 2005.

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The MOT history for GP55 WXZ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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