2005 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · FH05 DSO
2005 Mazda MX-5 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 27 Jul 2005. Recorded mileage 43,927 miles. MOT expired on 09 Apr 2026.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 09 Apr 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 43,927 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FH05 DSO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/04/2025
- 43,927 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FH05 DSO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mazda Mx-5 (FH05 DSO) between January 2022 and April 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 11 April 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))”.
FH05 DSO Mileage History
- 11/01/202242,483 mi
- 17/01/202342,870 mi+387 mi
- 21/03/202443,382 mi+512 mi
- 04/04/202443,416 mi+34 mi
- 11/04/202543,927 mi+511 mi
Average of roughly 445 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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