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AU05 WZY

2005 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

74,960 mi
Last recorded74,960 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 WZY
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 74,960 miles

Both Rear Tyres 3mm

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear pipe over rear subframe corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both Rear sills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Jul 2026 74,946 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Both Rear Tyres 3mm

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear pipe over rear subframe corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both Rear sills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2025 66,674 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 60,075 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 52,767 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 47,813 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 42,783 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 13 Jul 2020 37,924 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2020 37,924 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 37,775 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 37,667 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 37,543 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 37,295 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 37,062 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 36,324 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 36,057 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 35,179 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 33,661 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 31,052 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 27,312 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 21,792 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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AU05 WZY is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 AU05 WZY, 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 AU05 WZY registered?

AU05 WZY is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 4 March 2005.

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The MOT history for AU05 WZY shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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