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BG55 JAW

2005 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

89,069 mi
Last recorded89,069 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 JAW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2024 89,069 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 88,943 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 87,833 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 82,211 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 80,197 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output x2 (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Feb 2020 80,197 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output x2 (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 74,574 miles

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front exhaust heat shield loose

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

engine covers / under trays fitted

lower suspension all round

Fail 19 Feb 2019 74,574 miles

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front exhaust heat shield loose

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

engine covers / under trays fitted

lower suspension all round

Pass 2 Feb 2018 67,256 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 57,631 miles

Rear Oil leak diff leaking ()

Pass 31 Oct 2016 55,725 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 30 Oct 2015 52,227 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 49,798 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 48,423 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 47,355 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 46,484 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 40,133 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 32,450 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 27,798 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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BG55 JAW is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 BG55 JAW, 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 BG55 JAW registered?

BG55 JAW is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 October 2005.

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