MAZDA FRIENDEE (2005)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 30 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
57%
Total Tests (2024)
30
Avg Mileage
158,156 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,597
Is the 2005 MAZDA FRIENDEE reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 25 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the MAZDA brand average of 81%.
At 19 years old, 57% of MAZDA FRIENDEEs from 2005 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 30 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 158,156 miles.
How does the 2005 MAZDA FRIENDEE compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2005 MAZDA FRIENDEE has 158,156 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 140,600 miles for a 19-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2005 MAZDA FRIENDEE cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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About the 2005 MAZDA FRIENDEE
The 2005 MAZDA FRIENDEE is a large car with a 2500cc petrol engine. 30 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 100% of 2005 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 158,156 miles at 19 years old, MAZDA FRIENDEE owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2005 MAZDA FRIENDEE Fuel Costs
The 2500cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2005 MAZDA FRIENDEE?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,597 (£216/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 57% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
Buying a Used 2005 MAZDA FRIENDEE
At 19 years old, the MAZDA FRIENDEE is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. Note: with only 30 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2005 MAZDA FRIENDEE
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- AUDI TT (2007) 80% pass rate (+23%) from 17,399 tests
- SAAB 9-3 (2007) 76% pass rate (+19%) from 13,261 tests
- MERCEDES A-CLASS (2006) 72% pass rate (+15%) from 8,389 tests
- MERCEDES E (2005) 78% pass rate (+21%) from 8,269 tests