Official DVLA Record

2005 Mazda MX5 1.6L Petrol · DN04 JWN

DN04 JWN

2005 Mazda MX5 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01/03/2005. Recorded mileage 56,178 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
MAZDA MX5
Year / Origin
2005 · Shrewsbury
MOT Status
Valid until 14/05/2025
Road Tax
Untaxed (21/01/2025)
Recorded Mileage
56,178 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 14/05/2025
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 21/01/2025
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2005
Engine
1597cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The 2005 Mazda MX5 has a clean MOT history, with all recorded tests passing without defects. The most recent MOT on 2024-05-16 (56,178 miles) showed no issues, and earlier tests from 2018 to 2022 also passed with no recorded defects. This indicates consistent compliance with safety standards over the past six years. The vehicle’s mileage of 56,178 miles at 21 years old equates to roughly 2,675 miles per year, which is significantly lower than average for its age. This suggests either light usage or extended periods of inactivity. Low mileage can reduce wear on components like brakes and suspension but may also indicate potential issues from prolonged storage, such as degraded fluids, battery weakness, or corrosion. No recurring mechanical patterns are evident from the MOT data. The absence of defects in all tests implies the vehicle has not shown signs of worsening condition over time. However, the lack of recent inspections (the last MOT was over two years ago) means there is no up-to-date assessment of its current state. The low mileage relative to age could mean the car has been driven infrequently, which might preserve mechanical components but also increase the risk of hidden issues from disuse.

DN04 JWN Key Findings

  • 2 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 16/05/2024
  • 56,178 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
65
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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DN04 JWN Mileage History

  1. 08/09/202256,003 mi
  2. 16/05/202456,178 mi+175 mi

Average of roughly 104 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.

DN04 JWN MOT History

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MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mazda Mx5 (DN04 JWN) between September 2022 and May 2024.

The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory

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Buying Score
78/100
Risk Level
Low
Low
Est. Annual Cost
£900-£1,100
Mileage
At 56,178 miles after 19 years, this MX-...

Our Verdict

This 2005 Mazda MX-5 is a sensible used buy thanks to five consecutive MOT passes with no defects recorded. The main caution is the very low annual mileage, which suggests limited use and means a thorough inspection of aged rubber and fluids is wise before purchase.

Given the five clean MOTs from 2018-05-18 (54,184 miles) through 2024-05-16 (56,178 miles), there are no recorded failure items to negotiate against, but the low usage means you should confirm a full service history exists to offset the effects of infrequent driving. Ask the seller for evidence of annual oil changes, brake fluid renewal, and cambelt interval work, as the MX-5 is a 20-year-old car regardless of its low miles.

The 1597cc petrol engine in this 2005 MX-5 is light and frugal, with real-world economy typically in the 35-40 mpg range for a car of this type. Road tax for a 2005 petrol roadster is modest, and insurance groups for the 1.6 MX-5 are reasonable, keeping annual fixed costs low.

The MOT history shows no failures or advisories across the last five tests, so there are no specific defect patterns from the data to check beyond standard checks. However, with only 994 miles added between 2022-09-08 (56,003 miles) and 2024-05-16 (56,178 miles), inspect tyres for cracking from age, check brake discs for corrosion, and verify the soft-top hood and drain channels are watertight.

The silver 1.6-litre petrol MX-5 (DN04JWN) first registered in March 2005 has covered just 56,178 miles in over 19 years, with MOT records from 2018 to 2024 all showing passes and no defects. Mileage has barely increased year to year, rising only around 1,000 miles between 2018 and 2024. Without model aggregate reliability data we rely on the clean test history, which points to a well-kept example of an iconic British-style roadster.

No aggregate MOT data is available for the Mazda MX-5, so reliability assessment is limited to this vehicle's own clean test record.

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