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GX05 EXZ

2005 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

87,130 mi
Last recorded87,130 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 EXZ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2019 87,130 miles

slight brake bind to rear brakes.

Pass 23 Feb 2018 83,066 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 79,294 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 74,262 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 69,255 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 65,369 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 65,369 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2013 59,966 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 59,966 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 56,199 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2012 56,199 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2011 52,819 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 46,355 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2009 40,158 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 33,603 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2008 33,602 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Both front tyres wearing on inside and outside edges

Major oil leak from engine compartment

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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GX05 EXZ is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GX05 EXZ, 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 GX05 EXZ registered?

GX05 EXZ is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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