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HG55 FYB

2005 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

104,256 mi
Last recorded104,256 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG55 FYB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 104,256 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2025 102,213 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 99,894 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 97,294 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 95,365 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 93,593 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 90,796 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 87,156 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 82,942 miles

Both rear tyres perished and worn low on tread.

Fail 9 Oct 2018 82,942 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Both rear tyres perished and worn low on tread.

Some bind o/s/f wheel with signs of brakes running hot.

Pass 26 Oct 2017 76,940 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

covers fitted

Pass 24 Oct 2016 69,935 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 64,168 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 57,947 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 50,895 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 45,390 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 39,043 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2011 39,035 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2010 32,178 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2009 26,984 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 20,694 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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HG55 FYB is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 HG55 FYB, 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.

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What year was HG55 FYB registered?

HG55 FYB is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is HG55 FYB safe to buy?

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