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B21 RWP

2005 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

78,887 mi
Last recorded78,887 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB21 RWP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 78,887 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 72,647 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 72,446 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 71,383 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 69,265 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 65,725 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 60,565 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 54,285 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 51,425 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 48,866 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 46,810 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 46,810 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 45,122 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 42,152 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 37,641 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 31,867 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 28,976 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 24,237 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 24,219 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 20,191 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 16,251 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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B21 RWP is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc 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 B21 RWP, 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 B21 RWP registered?

B21 RWP is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is B21 RWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B21 RWP 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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