MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
82,152 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Driver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))
Emission control equipment missing where fitted as standard cat (8.2.1.1 (a))
Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged brake pipe modification fouling and chaffing (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
Fuel pipe insecure front to rear fuel pipes (6.1.3 (a) (i))
Horn not working (7.7 (a))
Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (d) (i))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box has damage causing a leak (6.1.2 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Fuel pipe chafing at rear (6.1.3 (c) (i))
General corrosion under vehicle to chassis and various suspension components
Nearside outer sill corroded
Offside outer sill heavily corroded, outside of prescribed areas
Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))
Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.2.6)
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Front Brake discs corroded on edges
Nearside Sill corroded
Offside sill corroded
Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
both front tyres worn on edges
Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
REAR BRAKE PADS WILL REQUIRE CHANGING 2-3000 MILES
How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?
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KA54 SZP is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Maroon with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.
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 KA54 SZP, 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 KA54 SZP registered?
KA54 SZP is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 25 January 2005.
Is KA54 SZP safe to buy?
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