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BS56 GLS

2006 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

32,603 mi
Last recorded32,603 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2022
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBS56 GLS
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2022 32,603 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 32,348 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 32,330 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 31,794 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 31,123 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 30,718 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 29,460 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2014 26,899 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s/f brakes sticking slightly

Pass 10 Dec 2014 26,899 miles

o/s/f brakes sticking slightly

Pass 11 Dec 2013 23,803 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 20,539 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 16,788 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 13,623 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 8,945 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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BS56 GLS is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BS56 GLS, 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.

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What year was BS56 GLS registered?

BS56 GLS is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 23 December 2006.

Is BS56 GLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BS56 GLS shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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