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H12 LAF

2005 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

40,628 mi
Last recorded40,628 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH12 LAF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 40,628 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 40,249 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing uneven wear across tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear NSR sill corroded + corrosion hole - not within 30cm of any structural or suspension mountings

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing uneven wear across tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing uneven wear across tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear OSR sill corroded - not within 30cm of any structural or suspension mountings

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing uneven wear across tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

fuel gauge inoperative

Pass 28 Sep 2023 40,075 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 39,783 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 38,948 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 38,643 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 38,283 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 37,603 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 36,705 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2017 36,705 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2016 35,259 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 34,631 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 33,523 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2013 32,711 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 31,554 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 30,073 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 28,567 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 26,804 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2008 24,636 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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H12 LAF is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 H12 LAF, 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 H12 LAF registered?

H12 LAF is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 16 April 2005.

Is H12 LAF safe to buy?

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