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CE56 SXX

2006 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

94,598 mi
Last recorded94,598 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2023
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE56 SXX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2023 94,598 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2023 94,539 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2022 92,050 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 88,786 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Feb 2021 88,786 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 86,327 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively Slightly (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 83,843 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Aug 2018 83,843 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 76,616 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2016 72,026 miles

205 / 50 / 16 tyres fitted

Sill covers fitted

Pass 31 Jul 2015 65,686 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

sill & inner wheel arch covers fitted

Pass 30 May 2014 55,833 miles
Fail 30 May 2014 55,831 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 1 May 2013 45,630 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r tyre wearing on inside edge

Fail 21 Apr 2012 34,708 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 34,708 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Apr 2011 25,060 miles

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

n/s/f tyre has heavy wear on both edges and penetration damage on outer edge

Fail 21 Apr 2011 25,060 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

n/s/f tyre has heavy wear on both edges and penetration damage on outer edge

Pass 12 Apr 2010 18,986 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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CE56 SXX is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 CE56 SXX, 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 CE56 SXX registered?

CE56 SXX is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 11 September 2006.

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