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HY55 UEP

2005 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,202 mi
Last recorded35,202 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2013
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY55 UEP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2013 35,202 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 35,202 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 32,999 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 28,868 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 21,039 miles

slight corrosion to nsr brake pipe

Fail 26 Aug 2009 14,067 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both rear tyres heavily perished cords not exposed

nsf tyre has slight damage to sidewall

Pass 26 Aug 2009 14,067 miles

both rear tyres heavily perished cords not exposed

nsf tyre has slight damage to sidewall

Pass 14 Aug 2008 9,483 miles

both front tyres starting to perish in tread

both rear tyres starting to perish in tread

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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HY55 UEP is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HY55 UEP, 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 HY55 UEP registered?

HY55 UEP is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is HY55 UEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY55 UEP shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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