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KA05 VWK

2005 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2024
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

79,289 mi
Last recorded79,289 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKA05 VWK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2023 79,289 miles

Front Lower Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded From steering rack unit (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))

General corrosion underside

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened General (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2022 79,243 miles

Front Lower Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened General area (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded From steering rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))

General corrosion underside

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened General area (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 78,953 miles

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

slight corrosion on both outer sills

slight surface corrosion across various suspension brake and steering components

Fail 17 Nov 2020 78,937 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc has been subject to excessive heat (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front brake pad has been subject to excessive heat

slight corrosion on both outer sills

slight surface corrosion across various suspension brake and steering components

Pass 14 Nov 2019 78,380 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 77,642 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2018 77,637 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Pass 27 Jul 2017 76,509 miles

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

Fail 27 Jul 2017 76,509 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2016 73,985 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 71,969 miles

rear exhaust outer skin vibrating

Fail 4 Jul 2015 71,969 miles

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

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

rear exhaust outer skin vibrating

Pass 4 Jul 2014 67,764 miles

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

Fail 3 Jul 2014 67,764 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Feb 2013 55,601 miles

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

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

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

Fail 15 Feb 2013 55,601 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2012 46,530 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 36,456 miles

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

both front tyres wearing on edges

front brake pads getting low

Pass 23 Feb 2010 25,065 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 21,840 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 13,830 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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KA05 VWK is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 KA05 VWK, 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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KA05 VWK is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 June 2005.

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