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HK55 FKG

2005 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

57,851 mi
Last recorded57,851 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK55 FKG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 57,851 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 54,480 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 46,135 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 35,634 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule & rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

rear inner sills to chassis slightly corroded

rear suspension parts slightly corroded

under tray fitted time off test

Pass 14 Jun 2022 35,623 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule & rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

front & rear suspension parts slightly corroded

Pass 7 May 2021 34,853 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

both rear inner sills & inner wheel arches slightly corroded

front & rear suspension parts getting corroded

Pass 31 May 2019 33,804 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 31,178 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 28,777 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 27,780 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 26,338 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2014 26,285 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

osf wheel bearing not tested due to brake binding

Pass 3 Dec 2013 24,442 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 22,683 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 20,005 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 17,602 miles

Nearside Rear 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 14 Dec 2009 14,713 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 11,621 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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HK55 FKG is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,999cc 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 HK55 FKG, 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 HK55 FKG registered?

HK55 FKG is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 15 December 2005.

Is HK55 FKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK55 FKG 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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