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BD05 FGO

2005 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

94,825 mi
Last recorded94,825 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2023
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD05 FGO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2023 94,825 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 8 Jun 2023 94,824 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 May 2022 87,852 miles

Offside Rear outer sill is slightly corroded

Fail 31 Mar 2022 87,821 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill and inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 95,308 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 83,752 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 82,043 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 17 May 2017 81,499 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 76,235 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 76,122 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 21 May 2015 72,421 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 67,807 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 63,512 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 59,475 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 56,077 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 56,077 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 May 2010 49,481 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 43,831 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 35,248 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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BD05 FGO is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 BD05 FGO, 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 BD05 FGO registered?

BD05 FGO is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 May 2005.

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