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KS05 JDX

2005 Mazda MX-5

Orange Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

148,638 mi
Last recorded148,638 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2025
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS05 JDX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2025 148,638 miles

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2024 141,221 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2023 133,885 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 127,428 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2022 127,425 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jan 2021 122,063 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower wheel arch to chassis/sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower wheel arch to chassis/sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 111,774 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 101,479 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 92,869 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 85,055 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 75,648 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 66,471 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 59,871 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 51,982 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 43,502 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 35,463 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 26,441 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 15,868 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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KS05 JDX is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Orange with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 KS05 JDX, 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 KS05 JDX registered?

KS05 JDX is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 June 2005.

Is KS05 JDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS05 JDX shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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