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J480 XCF

2005 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

82,751 mi
Last recorded82,751 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ480 XCF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 82,751 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 82,751 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 82,750 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2023 82,750 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear wheel protruding beyond wheel arch

Pass 28 Feb 2022 82,750 miles

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))

Fail 28 Feb 2022 82,750 miles

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))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 82,228 miles

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))

Fail 3 Feb 2021 82,194 miles

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))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 79,983 miles

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))

Fail 10 Jun 2019 79,983 miles

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))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 79,792 miles

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))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 79,523 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 79,131 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 78,720 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 77,616 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 75,690 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 73,969 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 71,797 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 70,209 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 67,950 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 65,166 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 62,951 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 60,005 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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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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What year was J480 XCF registered?

J480 XCF is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 7 April 2005.

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The MOT history for J480 XCF shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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