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82,751 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Small oil leak from the rear of the engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Lower Lower arm ball joint gaiter slightly deteriorated but still preventing the ingress of dirt
Offside Front Lower Lower arm ball joint gaiter slightly deteriorated but still preventing the ingress of dirt
Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
Rear wheel protruding beyond wheel arch
Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch () Offside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()
Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch () Offside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()
Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()
Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Offside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Bulb incorrect orientation for stop/tail (4.3.3 (b))
Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()
Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Offside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill corroded both side (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Central Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Front Headlamp aim too low both side (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged and seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill corroded both side (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Brake lever pivot slightly tight (1.1.1 (a))
Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
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J480 XCF is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.
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 J480 XCF, 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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J480 XCF is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 7 April 2005.
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