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EX56 LYK

2006 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

163,752 mi
Last recorded163,752 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2025
Typical for 2006 Mazda MX-554,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX56 LYK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2025 163,752 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2025 163,752 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2024 149,056 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 141,520 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 136,960 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2020 133,282 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 132,181 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 130,567 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 127,860 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 125,173 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 122,079 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 119,957 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 117,326 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 114,333 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 96,098 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 74,967 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 57,681 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2009 57,681 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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EX56 LYK is a 2006 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EX56 LYK, 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 EX56 LYK registered?

EX56 LYK is a 2006 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 September 2006.

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The MOT history for EX56 LYK shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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