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BV06 VKE

2006 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

82,556 mi
Last recorded82,556 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2021
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV06 VKE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2021 82,556 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 82,000 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 81,900 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 27 May 2021 81,900 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2020 81,368 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 77,787 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 72,023 miles

Both front shock covers split

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 May 2017 67,433 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 66,603 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 65,102 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 63,848 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 16 May 2013 61,630 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 56,830 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 50,915 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

o/s/f tyre wearing low

Pass 19 Feb 2010 47,189 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 35,305 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2009 35,305 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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BV06 VKE is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BV06 VKE, 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 BV06 VKE registered?

BV06 VKE is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 2 March 2006.

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