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HG05 VFV

2005 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

55,590 mi
Last recorded55,590 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 VFV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 55,590 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 15 May 2025 55,088 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All have slight surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2023 54,821 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 May 2023 54,821 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2022 53,497 miles
Fail 18 May 2022 53,497 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction undervoltage (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 20 Apr 2021 52,645 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2021 52,645 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Mar 2020 49,885 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Nov 2018 48,611 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2017 44,005 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 42,153 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 32,135 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 28,235 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 21,079 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 18,458 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 16,819 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 15,068 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 12,606 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 10,993 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 8,560 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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HG05 VFV is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HG05 VFV, 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

How do I check the history of HG05 VFV?

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What year was HG05 VFV registered?

HG05 VFV is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 April 2005.

Is HG05 VFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG05 VFV shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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