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CV56 VBC

2006 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,521 mi
Last recorded20,521 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV56 VBC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2025 20,521 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 19,567 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 18,851 miles

various testable components have had under seal applied

Pass 21 Sep 2022 18,315 miles

all tyres are aged, 2005 and 2007

under body and various suspension components have been under sealed

Pass 16 Sep 2021 17,684 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both ball joint worn (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 16,940 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 16,501 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 15,946 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 14,929 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 13,896 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 12,916 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 11,864 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 10,832 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 9,665 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 8,270 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 6,725 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 5,297 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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CV56 VBC is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CV56 VBC, 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 CV56 VBC registered?

CV56 VBC is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 27 September 2006.

Is CV56 VBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV56 VBC shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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