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AV56 OBX

2006 Mazda 6

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2024
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

71,051 mi
Last recorded71,051 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2023
Typical for 2006 Mazda 676,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV56 OBX
MakeMazda
Model6
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2023 71,051 miles

Headlights deteriorating

Nearside Front Tyre perishing

Nearside Rear Outer Sill corroding

Offside Front Tyre perishing

Offside Rear Outer Sill corroding

Underside of body corroding

Fail 15 Nov 2023 71,051 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Headlights deteriorating

Nearside Front Tyre perishing

Nearside Rear Outer Sill corroding

Offside Front Tyre perishing

Offside Rear Outer Sill corroding

Underside of body corroding

Pass 7 Nov 2022 69,303 miles

Both rear inners sills corroding

Both rear wheel arches corroding

Pass 9 Nov 2021 67,546 miles

Headlights deteriorating

Nearside Rear Inner Sill corroding

Fail 9 Nov 2021 67,546 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Nail in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlights deteriorating

Nearside Rear Inner Sill corroding

Pass 9 Nov 2020 65,972 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2020 65,972 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2019 64,117 miles

Underside of body starting to corrode

Pass 8 Nov 2018 61,824 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2018 61,824 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Perishing (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 59,488 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 57,089 miles

Front Tyres starting to perish

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 16 Nov 2016 57,089 miles

Front Tyres starting to perish

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 54,110 miles

rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 20 Nov 2014 50,959 miles

rear brake pads wearing thin

rear tyres perishing

Pass 6 Nov 2013 47,460 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2013 47,460 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 43,994 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

nearside outer sill damaged

Pass 18 Nov 2011 40,140 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2011 40,140 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 27 Oct 2010 30,903 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 23,444 miles

both rear tyres close to limit on outer edges

How Reliable is the Mazda 6?

Based on 1,904,140 MOT tests across 159,651 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
7,713
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
159,651
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 45,082
position lamp(s) not working 38,980
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 34,576
Registration plate lamp not working 29,515
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 28,494
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AV56 OBX is a 2006 Mazda 6 in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2006 Mazda 6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 76,651 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mazda 6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 45,082 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV56 OBX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 6 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 20 years old, this Mazda 6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV56 OBX registered?

AV56 OBX is a 2006 Mazda 6, first registered on 8 November 2006.

Is AV56 OBX safe to buy?

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