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KC05 XAR

2005 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

66,938 mi
Last recorded66,938 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC05 XAR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Fail 30 Jan 2023 66,938 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Covers fitted obscuring components from view

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rails (N/S & O/S) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear hubs (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 66,418 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill area starting to corrode , suggest preventative repair by body specialist before it spreads .. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jan 2021 65,808 miles

Slight corrosion to various parts/areas of vehicle; front chassis, rear sills, subframes & suspension arms.

Pass 14 Jan 2020 65,503 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front chassis rails/rear sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 64,982 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced slight corrosion - front chassis rails and rear outer sills. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 14 Jan 2019 64,982 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced slight corrosion - front chassis rails and rear outer sills. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 64,366 miles

Slight corrosion to front chassis rails.

Pass 17 Jan 2017 63,362 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 60,823 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 53,886 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 53,465 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2013 52,365 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 50,442 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2011 48,921 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 45,435 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 45,435 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 39,524 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 36,247 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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KC05 XAR is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KC05 XAR, 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 KC05 XAR registered?

KC05 XAR is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 7 May 2005.

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