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KD55 PKV

2005 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2024
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

108,912 mi
Last recorded108,912 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD55 PKV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Fail 5 Aug 2025 108,912 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced near spring mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced near spring mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front subframe corroded

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Jul 2024 108,900 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

SUSPENSION BUSHS PERRISHED

UNDERSIDE HEAVILY COVERED IN SEALANT AND UNDERSILL,

Pass 29 Jun 2023 108,351 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Underside generally corroded

Pass 13 Jul 2022 107,385 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

unable to check outer sills due to plastic covers fitted.

Fail 28 Jun 2022 107,383 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

unable to check outer sills due to plastic covers fitted

Pass 15 May 2021 105,571 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020 105,400 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 103,740 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle underside has various areas of slight corrosion

Pass 16 May 2018 100,784 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 99,278 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 15 Nov 2017 99,278 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake binding slightly

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 92,902 miles

under-trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 5 Nov 2015 86,416 miles

undertray obscuring components

Pass 4 Nov 2014 80,019 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Nov 2014 80,019 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Nov 2013 74,003 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Nov 2012 67,791 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 61,314 miles

rear brake discs starting to corrode on inside

s.r.s. light on

Pass 9 Nov 2010 55,085 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 48,351 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2008 41,907 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage cracked (2.4.G.1)

Pass 14 Nov 2008 41,907 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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KD55 PKV is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 KD55 PKV, 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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KD55 PKV is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 12 November 2005.

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