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GY55 LHD

2005 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

88,618 mi
Last recorded88,618 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY55 LHD
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2021 88,618 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 82,195 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 66,976 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 56,170 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 47,741 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 44,047 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 42,329 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 38,883 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 35,610 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 32,648 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2012 32,648 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 28,707 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 23,815 miles

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

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

both rear brake discs corroded

Pass 30 Oct 2009 18,706 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2008 14,038 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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GY55 LHD is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 GY55 LHD, 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 GY55 LHD registered?

GY55 LHD is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 25 November 2005.

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