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AU02 MAX

2006 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

68,214 mi
Last recorded68,214 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU02 MAX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 68,214 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 62,943 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 59,188 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts (5.2.3 (e))

underbody dry rusty req wax oil grease

Pass 26 Aug 2022 53,990 miles

Front head lamp lens dulling

Pass 15 Sep 2021 49,968 miles

wax oil needed

Fail 8 Sep 2021 49,968 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill to end of sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

wax oil needed

Pass 12 Sep 2020 45,384 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2019 42,242 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 41,225 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Mar 2018 35,549 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 30,126 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Feb 2016 22,739 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 15,774 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 15,766 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 15,275 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 14,377 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 13,461 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 11,158 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 7,997 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 6,571 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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AU02 MAX is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2006 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 54,492 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 AU02 MAX, 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 20 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AU02 MAX?

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What year was AU02 MAX registered?

AU02 MAX is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 25 July 2006.

Is AU02 MAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU02 MAX shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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