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KC55 LWT

2005 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

35,784 mi
Last recorded35,784 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC55 LWT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 35,784 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 35,207 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 34,265 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 33,313 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2021 32,277 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 30,909 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 29,736 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 28,870 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2017 28,196 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2016 27,427 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2015 26,750 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2014 25,822 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2013 24,640 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2012 23,407 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)

high level brake light not working

Pass 5 Oct 2011 21,070 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 18,284 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2010 18,284 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 15,119 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2009 15,119 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 12,151 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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KC55 LWT is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 KC55 LWT, 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 KC55 LWT registered?

KC55 LWT is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is KC55 LWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KC55 LWT shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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