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DD55 RAD

2006 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

59,488 mi
Last recorded59,488 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDD55 RAD
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 59,488 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 58,772 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 57,957 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 57,458 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2021 57,458 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 13 May 2019 56,462 miles

surface corrosion on sbframes

Pass 14 May 2018 55,770 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2017 54,816 miles

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

Fail 20 Apr 2017 54,816 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 5 May 2016 53,423 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 51,602 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2015 51,602 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 20 May 2014 50,170 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2013 45,141 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 40,769 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 34,709 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 29,404 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 23,161 miles

front brake discs corroded

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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DD55 RAD is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DD55 RAD, 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 DD55 RAD registered?

DD55 RAD is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 27 April 2006.

Is DD55 RAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DD55 RAD shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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