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KH05 OVK

2005 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

78,257 mi
Last recorded78,257 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKH05 OVK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 78,257 miles

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

Nearside Rear sill corrosion

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

Offside Rear sill corrosion

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

Pass 23 Apr 2025 77,968 miles

Nearside Rear sill corrosion

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

Offside sill corrosion

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

Pass 8 May 2024 77,505 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Sill showing signs of corrosion

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Sill showing signs of corrosion

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

Pass 10 May 2023 76,553 miles

Nearside Rear sill end corrosion

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear sill end corrosion

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

Pass 13 May 2022 76,167 miles

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

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

Fail 5 May 2022

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

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

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

Pass 5 May 2021 75,869 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 May 2020 75,361 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear o/s and n/s sill slight corrosion

Pass 25 Apr 2019 73,814 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2018 71,330 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 69,124 miles

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

Fail 4 May 2017 69,119 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 May 2016 67,195 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 64,758 miles
Fail 11 May 2015 64,758 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 63,109 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 59,311 miles

All tyres cracking / splitting on sidewall.

Pass 25 May 2012 57,156 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 57,156 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 54,758 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 54,758 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 May 2010 46,876 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 37,018 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2008 26,120 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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KH05 OVK is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 OVK, 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 KH05 OVK registered?

KH05 OVK is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 6 June 2005.

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