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HF55 LCK

2005 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

33,299 mi
Last recorded33,299 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF55 LCK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 33,299 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2026 33,289 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 9 Jan 2025 27,716 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2025 27,712 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 25,524 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 25,504 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 25,421 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 25,360 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 25,269 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 24,989 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 24,640 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 23,962 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 23,691 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 22,849 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 21,742 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2012 20,335 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2012 20,335 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar fractured (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2011 17,737 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 16,479 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 14,101 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 12,006 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2008 12,006 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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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HF55 LCK is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 HF55 LCK, 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 HF55 LCK registered?

HF55 LCK is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is HF55 LCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF55 LCK shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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