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H8 SNC

2005 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

56,767 mi
Last recorded56,767 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH8 SNC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 56,767 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 56,121 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 55,282 miles

Nearside Front washers jet weak

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Jun 2022 53,871 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2022 53,871 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2021 52,686 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

all underneath under sealed all suspension components brake pipe chassis etc

Pass 29 May 2020 50,710 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 47,450 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 47,450 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2018 45,470 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 43,084 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 41,818 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 40,285 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 38,835 miles

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 35,033 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 31,495 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 27,649 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 21,898 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

all for tyres have cracks in tread

Pass 15 Apr 2009 17,587 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 13,492 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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H8 SNC is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 H8 SNC, 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 H8 SNC registered?

H8 SNC is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is H8 SNC safe to buy?

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