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BJ05 PFF

2005 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

20,549 mi
Last recorded20,549 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda MX-556,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ05 PFF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 20,549 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 19,638 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel.

Pass 20 Mar 2024 18,399 miles

Corrosion on the rear axel beam

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 17,297 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 16,506 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Light corrosion to underside

Pass 8 Mar 2021 15,731 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 14,772 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 14,094 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2019 14,094 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 13,368 miles

under body & components showing surface corrosion

Pass 7 Mar 2017 12,453 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 11,571 miles

suspension arms showing signs of corrosion

Pass 9 Mar 2015 10,485 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 9,487 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2014 9,469 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 8,653 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 7,486 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2012 7,486 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 6,501 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2011 6,501 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 5,332 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 4,172 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2009 4,172 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 3,283 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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BJ05 PFF is a 2005 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 BJ05 PFF, 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 BJ05 PFF registered?

BJ05 PFF is a 2005 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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The MOT history for BJ05 PFF shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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