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KP55 PZE

2005 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

48,678 mi
Last recorded48,678 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP55 PZE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 48,678 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 45,426 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2024 43,037 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 38,900 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021
Pass 13 May 2021

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated starting to perish, crack (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill covered with sealer (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated starting to perish, crack (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill covered with sealer (5.3.6 (a) (i))

all suspension generally corroded

Pass 10 Apr 2019

both rear tyres perishing + n/s/f tyre

outer sills covered

some play in n/s/r link pin

Pass 13 Apr 2018
Pass 13 Apr 2017
Pass 4 Apr 2016

covers fitted to underside of vehicle

o/s wiper blade in poor condition

o/s/f wheel binding

slight play in n/s/r link pin

Pass 20 Feb 2015 32,731 miles

o/s/f tyre going bald on outer edge + close to limit

Pass 18 Feb 2014 28,810 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2014 28,810 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2013 25,825 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 21,937 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2012 21,937 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2010 20,350 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 17,438 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 15,654 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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KP55 PZE is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 KP55 PZE, 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 KP55 PZE registered?

KP55 PZE is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 20 October 2005.

Is KP55 PZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP55 PZE shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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