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KS05 JTS

2005 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

51,733 mi
Last recorded51,733 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS05 JTS
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2017 51,733 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 51,008 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 50,333 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 49,038 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 48,429 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 48,429 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2012 47,291 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 44,375 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 41,993 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 33,967 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 23,787 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Dec 2008 23,787 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 JTS is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 JTS, 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 KS05 JTS registered?

KS05 JTS is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 15 December 2005.

Is KS05 JTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS05 JTS shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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