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KH05 NWZ

2005 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

79,297 mi
Last recorded79,297 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKH05 NWZ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 79,297 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2026 79,297 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2025 67,340 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Original seat belt prescribed areas excessively corroded - inner rear arches - 4 point harnesses mountings do not share this prescribed area

Vehicle has been extensively modified for motorsport purposes

Pass 15 Aug 2024 59,031 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded from steering rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Fail 8 Jul 2024 59,022 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 57,099 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 57,041 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

front and rear brake discs corroded

Pass 14 Jun 2021 56,910 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 May 2020 56,436 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 55,542 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2018 54,740 miles

Both front brake discs have corrosion on inner faces.

Fail 29 May 2018 54,740 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

All four tyres perished, cracked and worn low on tread.

Both front brake discs have corrosion on inner faces.

Pass 14 Jun 2017 54,010 miles

Both front brake hoses sit very close to lower suspension arms when on a full lock

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion N/S/F inner arch (6.1.A.1)

Fail 14 Jun 2017 54,010 miles

Both front brake hoses sit very close to lower suspension arms when on a full lock

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion N/S/F inner arch (6.1.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid All (8.2.3)

Pass 27 May 2016 51,754 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 45,988 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 38,722 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 33,072 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 31,171 miles

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

under car slight corrossion due kack of use

Pass 23 Sep 2011 28,956 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 25,856 miles

corrosion and wear on front discs

Pass 16 Sep 2009 23,523 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 19,948 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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KH05 NWZ is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 KH05 NWZ, 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 KH05 NWZ registered?

KH05 NWZ is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 20 May 2005.

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