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JM05 MOM

2005 Mazda MX-5

Orange Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

22,620 mi
Last recorded22,620 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJM05 MOM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 22,620 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear wishbone arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2025 22,562 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2021 22,368 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2020 22,246 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 22,000 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 21,817 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 21,580 miles

Offside Front brake binding

Pass 13 Apr 2016 21,416 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2016 21,416 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 19,564 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 18,290 miles

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

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 16 Apr 2013 17,373 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 15,183 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2011 13,123 miles

inner front brake discs corroded

Pass 7 Jun 2010 12,780 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 10,502 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 27 May 2008 8,235 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 May 2008 8,235 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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JM05 MOM is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Orange with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 JM05 MOM, 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 JM05 MOM registered?

JM05 MOM is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 27 May 2005.

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