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DX06 XFB

2006 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

50,495 mi
Last recorded50,495 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX06 XFB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 50,495 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 49,913 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 49,027 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2023 48,681 miles
Fail 9 May 2023 48,681 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2022 48,623 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 48,012 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 47,381 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 46,923 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 46,306 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 44,713 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 43,208 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 43,187 miles

Fuel pipe under engine bay has been eaten by a rodent possibly reducing the thickness of the hose.

Nearside Front wiper smearing but still clears screen effectively.

Offside Front wiper smearing but still clears screen effectively.

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Aug 2016 43,187 miles

Fuel pipe under engine bay has been eaten by a rodent possibly reducing the thickness of the hose.

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front wiper smearing but still clears screen effectively.

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front wiper smearing but still clears screen effectively.

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2015 38,058 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 38,058 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2014 31,420 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2013 27,350 miles

nearside and offside frunt and rear tyres slight perishing to side wall

Pass 5 Nov 2012 24,424 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 22,575 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 18,438 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 14,013 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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DX06 XFB is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Black 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 DX06 XFB, 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 DX06 XFB registered?

DX06 XFB is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 June 2006.

Is DX06 XFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX06 XFB 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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