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GX05 SXT

2005 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

104,464 mi
Last recorded104,464 miles
Recorded on31 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 SXT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 May 2017 104,464 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2016 97,886 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 93,640 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2015 93,556 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jun 2014 89,342 miles

nearside front tyre wearing more on outer edge

offside front tyre wearing more on inner edge

Fail 13 Jun 2014 89,342 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

nearside front tyre wearing more on outer edge

offside front tyre wearing more on inner edge

Pass 1 Jun 2013 85,048 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2013 85,048 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 May 2012 76,974 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 68,033 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 58,365 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 44,607 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 30,215 miles
Fail 24 May 2008 30,185 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 May 2008 30,185 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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GX05 SXT is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 SXT, 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 SXT registered?

GX05 SXT is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 June 2005.

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