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AV06 OJL

2006 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

56,886 mi
Last recorded56,886 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV06 OJL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 56,886 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2026 56,886 miles

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen both (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Mar 2025 54,914 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 52,178 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 50,166 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 48,788 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 47,228 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 46,116 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 43,915 miles

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2018 41,513 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 39,752 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 19 Mar 2016 37,099 miles

Engine covers fitted.

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Under trays fitted.

Pass 21 Mar 2015 35,299 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Mar 2014 33,225 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Mar 2014 33,225 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Mar 2013 31,115 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fail 2 Mar 2013 31,115 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 28,881 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 26,178 miles

Both front brake discs are scored and [itted on inner faces

Pass 15 Mar 2010 23,649 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 21,517 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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AV06 OJL is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AV06 OJL, 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

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What year was AV06 OJL registered?

AV06 OJL is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 March 2006.

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The MOT history for AV06 OJL shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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