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J9 XNG

2005 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

98,282 mi
Last recorded98,282 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ9 XNG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 98,282 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2025 98,282 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2024 95,910 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 92,405 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2023 92,403 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 89,740 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 79,247 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON THE LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 77,857 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 72,717 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 70,173 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2018 70,173 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2017 69,398 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 68,437 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 68,437 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 67,304 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 May 2014 65,830 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 May 2013 64,316 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 May 2012 62,933 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 94,918 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 53,778 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 53,778 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 44,110 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 35,161 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 25,730 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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J9 XNG is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 J9 XNG, 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 J9 XNG registered?

J9 XNG is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 25 April 2005.

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