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EL02 MLL

2006 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,977 mi
Last recorded27,977 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEL02 MLL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 28 May 2026 27,977 miles

Offside Front drivers seat belt slow to return

Pass 22 May 2025 27,710 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 27,536 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 27,350 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 27,191 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 26,995 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 26,195 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 25,644 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 24,775 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 May 2016 24,272 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 23,500 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 22,768 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 21,861 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 20,643 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 19,742 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 17,554 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 May 2009 13,430 miles

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

Small cut in n/s/r tyre outer 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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EL02 MLL is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EL02 MLL, 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 EL02 MLL registered?

EL02 MLL is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 May 2006.

Is EL02 MLL safe to buy?

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