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AP54 OAJ

2005 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

47,240 mi
Last recorded47,240 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP54 OAJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 47,240 miles

front & rear suspension components corroded

Pass 20 Dec 2024 45,547 miles

rear suspension components corroded

Fail 20 Dec 2024 45,547 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

rear suspension components corroded

Pass 4 Jan 2024 49,331 miles

suspension components corroded

Fail 16 Dec 2023 49,331 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

suspension components corroded

Pass 8 Dec 2022 43,630 miles

suspension components corroded

Pass 17 Dec 2021 42,533 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 41,560 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2019 40,853 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2018 39,046 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2017 37,477 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both rear outer sills starting to corrode

Pass 12 Dec 2016 35,176 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 32,543 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 30,186 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2013 27,668 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2013 27,668 miles

Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Dec 2012 24,588 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 22,217 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 18,447 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2009 16,062 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2009 16,062 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 2 Jan 2009 12,530 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 9,845 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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AP54 OAJ is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 AP54 OAJ, 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 AP54 OAJ registered?

AP54 OAJ is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 22 January 2005.

Is AP54 OAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP54 OAJ shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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