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KN05 BYL

2005 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

91,675 mi
Last recorded91,675 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2021
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN05 BYL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2021 91,675 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 19 Apr 2021 91,667 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Dec 2019 89,627 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 81,711 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2018 81,711 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Dec 2017 73,584 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 72,340 miles

Nearside Front Wiper blade rubber split

Pass 19 Jul 2016 69,058 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 18 Jul 2016 69,058 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 22 Jul 2015 65,137 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2015 65,131 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 59,230 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 57,974 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 51,385 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 24 Sep 2012 51,382 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 37,666 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 36,533 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 31,135 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 25,582 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 19,910 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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KN05 BYL is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KN05 BYL, 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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KN05 BYL is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 9 April 2005.

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