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KX05 GWU

2005 Mazda Tribute

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

185,115 mi
Last recorded185,115 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2014
Typical for 2005 Mazda Tribute99,225 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX05 GWU
MakeMazda
ModelTribute
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2014 185,115 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2014 185,113 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Jan 2013 164,689 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2011 139,718 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2011 139,718 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Dec 2010 130,842 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

rear centre brake light not working

Pass 6 Nov 2009 120,528 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 112,300 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2008 112,300 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 100,383 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda Tribute?

Based on 38,590 MOT tests across 2,673 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
6,359
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,673
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake hose excessively deteriorated 2,111
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,355
Registration plate lamp not working 1,261
position lamp(s) not working 1,195
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,111
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KX05 GWU is a 2005 Mazda Tribute in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2005 Mazda Tribute models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 99,225 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mazda Tribute fails its MOT is brake hose excessively deteriorated, accounting for 2,111 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KX05 GWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Tribute typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 21 years old, this Mazda Tribute is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KX05 GWU registered?

KX05 GWU is a 2005 Mazda Tribute, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is KX05 GWU safe to buy?

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