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BG05 FCJ

2005 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

25,249 mi
Last recorded25,249 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 FCJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 25,249 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2025 23,924 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 22,283 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2024 22,156 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high o/s/f and n/s/f (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 21,314 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 20,926 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 20,892 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2019 20,713 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 20,575 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 20,327 miles

Offside Front tyre has slight feathering on edge

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on 5mm approx (3.5.1g)

Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 19 Apr 2017 20,316 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 19 Apr 2016 20,067 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 19,782 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 19,489 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 22 Apr 2013 19,011 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 22 Apr 2013 19,011 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 16 Apr 2012 18,626 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 16,936 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 15,187 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 13,509 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 11,754 miles

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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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BG05 FCJ is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BG05 FCJ, 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 BG05 FCJ registered?

BG05 FCJ is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 24 May 2005.

Is BG05 FCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG05 FCJ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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