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AY06 LHW

2006 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

131,547 mi
Last recorded131,547 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2016
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY06 LHW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2016 131,547 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2016 131,546 miles

Offside Front Braking system leaking brake pipe join to caliper leaking. (3.6.A.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 128,078 miles

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

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

front brakes binding slightly

Pass 3 Jun 2014 123,498 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 4 Jul 2013 110,839 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 93,078 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 75,098 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 62,787 miles

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

front tyres JUST legal

Pass 28 Jul 2009 43,841 miles

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

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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AY06 LHW is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AY06 LHW, 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 AY06 LHW registered?

AY06 LHW is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 May 2006.

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