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BK06 ZLX

2006 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

54,081 mi
Last recorded54,081 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK06 ZLX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 54,081 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 52,687 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2024 52,687 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Oct 2023 51,804 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2023 51,804 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill at (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

front brake discs heavily corroded and pitted

Pass 26 Sep 2022 50,850 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside facings (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 Sep 2022 50,697 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside facings (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 49,777 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2020 49,106 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 48,519 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2019 48,517 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Sep 2018 46,813 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 42,859 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 37,904 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2016 37,904 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 32,932 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2015 32,932 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 28,194 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 21,254 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 17,648 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 15,431 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 13,123 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 11,190 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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BK06 ZLX is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BK06 ZLX, 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 BK06 ZLX registered?

BK06 ZLX is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 27 March 2006.

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The MOT history for BK06 ZLX shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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