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BD05 FGU

2005 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

58,188 mi
Last recorded58,188 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD05 FGU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2018 58,188 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 50,068 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 42,803 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 37,949 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2015 37,949 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 32,610 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 29,903 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 25,151 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2011 26,280 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front suspension heavily corroded

tapley test on brakes

Pass 25 Jun 2011 21,280 miles

front suspension heavily corroded

tapley test on brakes

Pass 24 Jun 2010 20,810 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 19,995 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 18,904 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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BD05 FGU is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BD05 FGU, 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 BD05 FGU registered?

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

Is BD05 FGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD05 FGU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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