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EJ06 AZL

2006 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

10,751 mi
Last recorded10,751 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ06 AZL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 10,751 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 10,718 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 10,482 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 10,270 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished and cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished and cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 May 2023 10,270 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached Detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished and cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished and cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 May 2022 10,250 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 10,035 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 9,889 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 9,734 miles

N/s/wiper poor

Fail 24 May 2019 9,734 miles

N/s/wiper poor

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 May 2018 8,566 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 8,132 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 8,044 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 6,862 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 6,613 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 5,435 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 5,231 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 4,888 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 4,307 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 3,361 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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EJ06 AZL is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 EJ06 AZL, 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 EJ06 AZL registered?

EJ06 AZL is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 May 2006.

Is EJ06 AZL safe to buy?

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