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HJ55 KZG

2005 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

8,538 mi
Last recorded8,538 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ55 KZG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 8,538 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 8,442 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 8,122 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 8,114 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 8,105 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 8,088 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 8,041 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 7,990 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 7,909 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 7,801 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 7,606 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 7,221 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 7,038 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 6,428 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2011 6,428 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2010 5,528 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 4,846 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 3,712 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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HJ55 KZG is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 HJ55 KZG, 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 HJ55 KZG registered?

HJ55 KZG is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 7 September 2005.

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The MOT history for HJ55 KZG shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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