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BN56 SYW

2006 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

50,692 mi
Last recorded50,692 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN56 SYW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 50,692 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 50,560 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 50,234 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 49,845 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 49,310 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 48,479 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 47,638 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2019 47,638 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2018 45,024 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2018 45,024 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 41,669 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 37,674 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 34,393 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 32,286 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 28,260 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 24,504 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 22,120 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 18,424 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 14,409 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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BN56 SYW is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 BN56 SYW, 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 BN56 SYW?

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What year was BN56 SYW registered?

BN56 SYW is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is BN56 SYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN56 SYW shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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