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KA54 SZP

2005 Mazda MX-5

Maroon Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

82,152 mi
Last recorded82,152 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKA54 SZP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Fail 22 Mar 2025 82,152 miles

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))

Fail 1 Nov 2022 82,148 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2021 80,981 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jun 2020 79,055 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 77,016 miles

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))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 73,726 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 73,714 miles

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))

Pass 19 May 2017 68,735 miles

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)

Pass 20 May 2016 67,913 miles

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)

Pass 22 May 2015 67,372 miles

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)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 66,163 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 64,911 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2012 58,081 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2011 57,428 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 55,541 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 53,669 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 16 Dec 2008 50,939 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2008 50,939 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 46,960 miles

REAR BRAKE PADS WILL REQUIRE CHANGING 2-3000 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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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.

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