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DH06 MAZ

2006 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

88,198 mi
Last recorded88,198 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDH06 MAZ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 88,198 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2025 88,187 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor to sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor to sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

underbody heavily covered in underseal

Pass 19 Nov 2024 85,238 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 81,188 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2023 81,188 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 78,310 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 75,095 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 73,707 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2019 72,269 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front brake binding

Rear both rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 26 Nov 2018 70,157 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 68,372 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 66,454 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 63,775 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 60,509 miles

slight cracking on rear tyres

Pass 25 Jun 2014 57,588 miles

rear tyres cracking

Pass 8 Jul 2013 52,412 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 47,593 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2012 47,593 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 41,073 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 32,596 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 24,247 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 22,765 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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DH06 MAZ is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 DH06 MAZ, 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 DH06 MAZ registered?

DH06 MAZ is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 21 April 2006.

Is DH06 MAZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DH06 MAZ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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