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EF06 MGU

2006 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

130,916 mi
Last recorded130,916 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF06 MGU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 130,916 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 127,249 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 123,494 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 119,888 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 118,282 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Jul 2022 118,282 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 111,638 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 106,734 miles

rear brake pads 2/3rds worn

Pass 8 Jun 2019 99,862 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 90,111 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 82,093 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2016 70,784 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 64,961 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 60,201 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 55,001 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 49,825 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 44,411 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 36,958 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 29,870 miles

nearside rear tyre has cut in sidewall

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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EF06 MGU is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 EF06 MGU, 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 EF06 MGU registered?

EF06 MGU is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 June 2006.

Is EF06 MGU safe to buy?

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